Law4u Service

Can An Elder’s Aadhaar Be Misused And How To Report It?

Answer By law4u team

Aadhaar, India’s unique identity system, uses biometric and demographic data to verify identity. While it greatly facilitates services, elders are vulnerable to Aadhaar misuse, including identity theft, unauthorized transactions, and fraudulent access to government benefits. Understanding how misuse occurs and how to report it promptly is essential to protect senior citizens.

Common Misuse of Aadhaar for Elders:

Identity Theft

Fraudsters can use an elder’s Aadhaar details to open bank accounts, take loans, or obtain SIM cards without consent.

Biometric Fraud

Cloning or copying fingerprints and iris scans to impersonate elders.

Unauthorized Access to Benefits

Misuse of Aadhaar-linked subsidies, pensions, or welfare schemes meant for elders.

Phishing and Scams

Fake calls or messages asking for Aadhaar details or OTPs to gain unauthorized access.

How to Report Aadhaar Misuse:

Contact UIDAI

  • Lodge complaints on the official UIDAI website (https://uidai.gov.in) or call the toll-free number 1947.
  • Use the Report Aadhaar Data Breach or Lock Aadhaar Biometrics features online.

Block/Lock Biometrics

Seniors can lock their biometrics temporarily to prevent unauthorized biometric authentication.

File a Police Complaint

Report identity theft or fraud to local police with details of misuse. Cybercrime cells can investigate digital frauds involving Aadhaar.

Inform Banks and Service Providers

Notify banks, mobile companies, or government departments if Aadhaar-linked accounts show suspicious activity.

Monitor Aadhaar Activity

Regularly check Aadhaar authentication history via UIDAI portal to detect unauthorized use.

Consumer Safety Tips:

  • Never share Aadhaar details or OTPs over phone or email.
  • Use masked Aadhaar or virtual IDs when possible for online transactions.
  • Encourage elders to keep their Aadhaar documents secure and confidential.

Example:

Mr. Singh, a 75-year-old retiree, noticed unauthorized deductions from his bank account linked to his Aadhaar. He immediately reported the fraud to UIDAI through their website, locked his biometric data, and filed a police complaint. His bank froze the compromised accounts, and after investigation, the fraudulent transactions were reversed. Mr. Singh was advised on safeguarding his Aadhaar details going forward.

Our Verified Advocates

Get expert legal advice instantly.

Advocate Sharanappa Halli

Advocate Sharanappa Halli

Anticipatory Bail, Cheque Bounce, Criminal, Divorce, Family

Get Advice
Advocate Sheeba John

Advocate Sheeba John

Criminal, R.T.I, Family, Cheque Bounce, Consumer Court, Domestic Violence

Get Advice
Advocate Parvind Kumar

Advocate Parvind Kumar

Anticipatory Bail,Arbitration,Armed Forces Tribunal,Bankruptcy & Insolvency,Banking & Finance,Breach of Contract,Cheque Bounce,Child Custody,Civil,Consumer Court,Corporate,Court Marriage,Customs & Central Excise,Criminal,Cyber Crime,Divorce,Documentation,Domestic Violence,Family,High Court,Immigration,Insurance,International Law,Labour & Service,Landlord & Tenant,Media and Entertainment,Medical Negligence,Motor Accident,Muslim Law,NCLT,Patent,Property,R.T.I,Recovery,RERA,Startup,Succession Certificate,Trademark & Copyright,Wills Trusts,Supreme Court,

Get Advice
Advocate Pvl Kanta Suhasini

Advocate Pvl Kanta Suhasini

Anticipatory Bail, Arbitration, Bankruptcy & Insolvency, Breach of Contract, Cheque Bounce, Civil, Consumer Court, Criminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family, High Court, Motor Accident, Property, Supreme Court, Wills Trusts

Get Advice
Advocate A Sarveswara Rao

Advocate A Sarveswara Rao

Cyber Crime, Anticipatory Bail, Breach of Contract, Medical Negligence, Motor Accident, Landlord & Tenant, High Court, Consumer Court

Get Advice
Advocate Vishnu G

Advocate Vishnu G

Anticipatory Bail, Breach of Contract, Cheque Bounce, Civil, Consumer Court, Cyber Crime, Divorce, Family, High Court

Get Advice
Advocate Basavaraju

Advocate Basavaraju

Anticipatory Bail, Arbitration, Cheque Bounce, Civil, Consumer Court, Court Marriage, Criminal, Cyber Crime, Divorce, Family, High Court, Armed Forces Tribunal, Bankruptcy & Insolvency, Banking & Finance, Breach of Contract, Child Custody, Corporate, Customs & Central Excise, Domestic Violence, Documentation, GST, Immigration, Insurance, International Law, Landlord & Tenant, Labour & Service, Media and Entertainment, Medical Negligence, Motor Accident, Muslim Law, NCLT, Patent, Startup, RERA, Tax, Revenue, Wills Trusts, Supreme Court, Recovery, Trademark & Copyright, Succession Certificate, Property, R.T.I

Get Advice
Advocate Shreyash H Sharma

Advocate Shreyash H Sharma

Cheque Bounce,Civil,Criminal,Anticipatory Bail,Domestic Violence,

Get Advice

Cyber and Technology Law Related Questions

Discover clear and detailed answers to common questions about Cyber and Technology Law. Learn about procedures and more in straightforward language.