UIDAI completes over one crore mandatory biometric updates for school children across 83,000 schools
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Why in news
UIDAI completed mandatory biometric updates (MBU) for over one crore school children across 83,000 schools to ensure Aadhaar data accuracy for the 7-15 age group.
Background
The initiative began in September 2025 and targets children aged 7 to 15 years. UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar requested state and union territory support for MBU camps to ensure full school coverage.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyUIDAI: Unique Identification Authority of India
- FactOver one crore children updated biometrics across 83,000 schools
- FactMBU target age group: 7 to 15 years
- FactCampaign commencement: September 2025
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of mandatory biometric updates for children in ensuring the efficacy of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes in the education sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring accurate biometric records to prevent identity theft and ghost beneficiaries
- Logistical hurdles: Coordinating large-scale biometric camps across diverse rural and urban school infrastructures
Keywords: Direct Benefit Transfer · Identity Management · Digital Inclusion · Data Integrity · Public Service Delivery
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