Meghalaya Recognized as Best-Performing State by UIDAI for Aadhaar Updates
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Meghalaya recognized by UIDAI for Aadhaar-related achievements |
| Awarded By | Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) |
| Event Location | New Delhi |
| Award Date | April 8, 2025 |
| Award Recipient | Shai Kupar War, Aadhaar nodal officer, Meghalaya's General Administration Department |
| Award Categories | Best-performing State in mandatory biometric updates of children |
| Best-performing State in verification of adult Aadhaar enrolment | |
| Government Statements | Joram Beda, Commissioner & Secretary, praised the field, district, and technical teams |
| About UIDAI | Statutory authority under Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) |
| Issues the 12-digit Aadhaar number based on biometric and demographic data | |
| Key Highlights | Meghalaya's effective Aadhaar rollout amidst resistance from groups like Awaken India Movement |