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The Unique Identification Authority of India functions under the provisions of the Aadhaar Act, 2016, which provides the legal basis for the issuance and management of Aadhaar numbers. The Act ensures secure handling of residents’ identity information while establishing guidelines for privacy protection, authentication, and responsible use of Aadhaar services across India.

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Published on: 11 Apr 2026

Last Updated: 14 May 2026

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Residents can download e-Aadhaar, a password-protected electronic copy, from the official UIDAI MyAadhaar portal, the mAadhaar mobile app, or the UMANG app. The service requires a registered mobile number to receive an OTP.

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Published on: 11 Apr 2026

Last Updated: 14 May 2026

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