Increased usage of Aadhaar Face Authentication observed with 19.36 crore transactions in July, marking a threefold increase in comparison to last year.
Bengaluru, India, is bracing for light to moderate rainfall as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert in certain regions of Karnataka. Meanwhile, in the digital sphere, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is celebrating a significant milestone.
In July 2025, the UIDAI handled a staggering 221 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions, marking a 3.8% increase from July 2024. This surge in transactions reflects India's growing comfort with AI-powered, contactless verification.
The rapid adoption of Aadhaar face authentication is thanks to the extensive partnerships UIDAI has formed with governments, banks, telecom companies, and various service providers. More than 150 entities, including government ministries and departments, banks and NBFCs, oil companies, telecom providers, and more, are currently leveraging this secure and instant identity verification system.
Key service providers using Aadhaar face authentication in India include central and state government departments, major banks, telecom operators, oil marketing companies, and additional private sector service providers collaborating with UIDAI.
The growth of Aadhaar face authentication transactions is evident in the exponential growth experienced as of August 2025, crossing 200 crore transactions. Sectors such as welfare schemes, banking, telecom, digital governance, and oil marketing have all benefited from this contactless, paperless identity verification method.
Notable adopters of Aadhaar face authentication include the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP), which now uses the technology for secure identity confirmation. The Indian Railways has also implemented Aadhaar face authentication to prevent fraud and ensure security, making it mandatory for Tatkal train ticket booking.
In July 2025, Aadhaar face authentication clocked an all-time record of 19.36 crore transactions, a 22% increase from June 2025. The system also recorded its highest single-day usage ever on July 1, with 1.22 crore transactions.
As Bengaluru prepares for potential rain showers, school students are planning a warm welcome for Prime Minister Modi with sketches and portraits. The growing acceptance and convenience of Aadhaar face authentication continue to shape India's digital landscape, offering faster, more secure identity verification for millions.
- The surge in Aadhaar authentication transactions, reaching 221 crore in July 2025, is a testament to India's growing comfort with technology, notably AI-powered, contactless verification, as reported by general-news sources.
- In the business sector, various entities such as government ministries, banks, telecom companies, oil companies, and service providers are leveraging Aadhaar face authentication, a secure and instant identity verification system, as outlined in recent technology news.
- The Indian sports scene saw a significant shift with the Indian Railways implementing Aadhaar face authentication for Tatkal train ticket booking, aiming to prevent fraud and ensure security, which was covered in both business and technology news.
