The government is preparing for one of the biggest upgrades to the Aadhaar system since its launch. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has drawn up a long-term plan called Aadhaar Vision 2032, which aims to make the digital ID system more secure, smarter, and ready for the next decade of technology.
Under this plan, Aadhaar will get a complete tech refresh with the use of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and even quantum computing. The upcoming upgrade aims to make Aadhaar smarter, faster, and far more reliable. With the use of AI, UIDAI will be able to detect unusual activity in real time and flag potential misuse. Blockchain integration is expected to make Aadhaar records tamper-proof, while quantum technology will prepare the system against next-generation cyber threats that current encryption methods may not withstand.
To take this plan forward, UIDAI has set up a committee of experts to define the long-term technical roadmap. The panel is led by economist Neelkanth Mishra and includes names like Vivek Raghavan from Sarvam AI, Dheeraj Pandey from Nutanix, and Professor Anil Jain from Michigan State University.
This team will decide how the next version of Aadhaar will be built and what technologies will power it. Their recommendations will guide UIDAI for the next ten years as it modernises India’s digital identity system.
UIDAI has also clarified that the upgraded system will strictly follow the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. The authority plans to bring in stronger encryption systems and advanced monitoring tools to secure the Aadhaar database against data theft or misuse.
The new vision marks one of the biggest steps yet in India’s digital identity journey. Once rolled out, Aadhaar will move beyond being just a proof of identity – it will stand as a benchmark of India’s growing digital and technological capability.
