Aadhaar cleanup: UIDAI disables 2 crore deceased persons’ IDs; MeitY urges families to report deaths

India's UIDAI has deactivated over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals, a significant step in cleaning its database. This initiative, drawing data from various government sources, aims to prevent identity fraud and misuse of welfare benefits. Family members can now report deaths online, streamlining the deactivation process and enhancing security.