Source: IE
Context:
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has unveiled the ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’ framework, a ten-year strategic roadmap to upgrade India’s digital identity ecosystem. The framework aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Encryption to make Aadhaar more secure, inclusive, and future-ready.
About ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’
- A technological and strategic roadmap designed to future-proof India’s digital identity infrastructure.
- It envisions a next-generation Aadhaar ecosystem built on innovation, privacy, and security, ensuring Aadhaar remains the backbone of India’s digital governance and economic architecture.
- Launched by: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
- Guided by: A High-Level Expert Committee chaired by Shri Neelkanth Mishra, Chairperson, UIDAI.
Objectives of the Framework
- To strengthen Aadhaar’s technological foundation for the next decade.
- To align the Aadhaar ecosystem with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 and global cybersecurity standards.
- To ensure resilience, scalability, and transparency in Aadhaar-linked public and financial services.
Key Features of Aadhaar Vision 2032
AI-Enabled Authentication:
- Deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for intelligent identity verification, fraud detection, and anomaly tracking.
- Ensures faster and more reliable authentication for millions of users in real time.
Blockchain Integration:
- Use of Blockchain technology for tamper-proof, transparent, and traceable digital transactions.
- Builds a trust-based data ecosystem, minimizing data manipulation risks.
Quantum-Resilient Security:
- Incorporation of quantum-safe cryptographic techniques to secure Aadhaar against future quantum computing threats.
Advanced Encryption Mechanisms:
- Integration of multi-layered encryption protocols to safeguard data privacy and enhance security compliance with international cybersecurity benchmarks.
Privacy-by-Design Compliance:
- Embeds user consent, data minimization, and control mechanisms in line with the DPDP Act, 2023.
- Prioritizes transparency and accountability in data processing.
Next-Generation Technology Stack:
- Overhaul of UIDAI’s core tech architecture for scalability, interoperability, and innovation.
- Seamless Aadhaar-linked service integration across governance, fintech, and welfare platforms.
