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Aadhaar Enrollment in UP to Undergo Passport-Like Verification Process

Aadhaar Enrollment in UP to Undergo Passport-Like Verification Process

The state government of Uttar Pradesh has announced new guidelines for Aadhaar enrollment, requiring residents above 18 years of age to undergo a passport-like mandatory verification process. This verification will be conducted by the state authorities, and the demographic information will be sent for verification. The process is expected to take a maximum of 180 days, and the state authorities have the right to reject applications if documents are found to be forged, false, or misleading.

Key Takeaways:

1. Passport-like mandatory verification process for Aadhaar enrollment in Uttar Pradesh.


2. State government to conduct verification for complete enrollment in Aadhaar.


3. Aadhaar enrollment facilities available only at select centers, including post offices and Aadhaar Seva Centre.


4. Physical verification of documents by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and staff.


5. Maximum processing time of 180 days for Aadhaar generation.


6. Guidelines specifically for residents above 18 years of age getting their Aadhaar made for the first time.


The new guidelines for Aadhaar card enrollment in Uttar Pradesh, India. According to the Deputy Director General of UIDAI Lucknow region, residents above 18 years of age who are getting their Aadhaar made for the first time will now have to undergo a passport-like mandatory verification process.


Here are the key points from the article:


1. Verification Process: The state government, rather than the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), will now conduct the verification process for complete enrollment in Aadhaar. This verification process will be similar to the process for obtaining a passport.


2. Enrollment Centers: Aadhaar enrollment facilities will be available only at select centers, including the main post office, sub post office, and Aadhaar Seva Centre operational in each district.


3. Verification by State Authorities: After Aadhaar enrollment at the centers, the demographic information will be sent to the state authorities for verification. The data will be accessible to the planning department headquarters of the UP government, DM, ADM, and SDM office.


4. Physical Verification: The Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) will ensure the physical verification of all the documents submitted by the applicant with the help of his staff. This includes tehsildar, naib tehsildar, kanungo, and lekhpal.


5. Processing Time: Once the verification is completed, it will take a maximum of 180 days to generate Aadhaar. The state authorities have the right to reject the enrollment application if the documents are found to be forged, false, or misleading.


6. Residents Living Outside UP: Residents of Uttar Pradesh living in other states, union territories, or foreign countries are likely to go to their home state to get their Aadhaar verified.


7. Applicability: These guidelines are specifically for residents above 18 years of age who are getting their Aadhaar made for the first time.

FAQ:

Q1: Who will conduct the verification process for Aadhaar enrollment in Uttar Pradesh?

A1: The state government will conduct the verification process for complete enrollment in Aadhaar.


Q2: What is the maximum processing time for Aadhaar generation under the new guidelines?

A2: It will take a maximum of 180 days to generate Aadhaar after the verification process is completed.


Q3: Are there specific centers for Aadhaar enrollment in Uttar Pradesh?

A3: Yes, enrollment facilities will be available only at select centers, including post offices and Aadhaar Seva Centre.