In a significant move to enhance transparency and foster data-driven innovation, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced that the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has started sharing anonymised, non-personal Aadhaar data on the government’s open data platform, data.gov.in.
The announcement was made on May 19, 2025, and is part of the government’s larger push toward evidence-based policymaking and leveraging open data for public good.
What’s Being Shared?
The datasets, curated and released by the Chief Data Officer and Deputy Director General of UIDAI, include:
- Aggregated information on Aadhaar enrolment
- Data on updates and authentications
- Categorization by geography, age groups, and other relevant filters
These datasets are anonymised and non-personal, ensuring individual privacy while offering valuable insights for researchers and policymakers.
Key Objectives of the Initiative
- Transparency: Making Aadhaar data trends public enhances accountability.
- Research & Innovation: Supports academic research and development in digital services.
- Policy Support: Helps government bodies make informed, data-driven decisions.
- Public Good: Reinforces the government’s commitment to using data ethically and securely for societal benefit.
Broader Government Vision
This initiative is aligned with India’s broader strategy to:
- Promote digital inclusion
- Improve governance efficiency
- Encourage collaborative development in the tech and policy ecosystem
By opening up anonymised data, the UIDAI is enabling new possibilities for public-sector innovation, smart service delivery, and improved citizen engagement.
This step marks another milestone in India’s digital governance journey, demonstrating how secure data sharing can serve national development while safeguarding privacy.
