The Government of Maharashtra on July 24, 2026, issued a notification regarding Aadhaar Mandate for Government Welfare Schemes.
The following has been stated: -
•This notification issued by the Electronics, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence Department of Maharashtra specifies that individuals seeking benefits under various government schemes managed by MahaIT Corporation Limited must furnish their Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication.
•For individuals or minors without an Aadhaar number, the department will facilitate enrollment or detail updates through designated centers, allowing temporary identity verification via alternative valid documents.
•The document outlines exception-handling mechanisms, including alternative biometric or OTP verification methods, to ensure genuine beneficiaries are not denied benefits due to authentication failures.
•Furthermore, it mandates widespread publicity across media channels to educate beneficiaries on the Aadhaar requirement for receiving seamless cash subsidies and benefits.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.:CEITAI/46/2026/-TECH1 (E1725487)]
