UIDAI Launches Free Email Update Service in Aadhaar App

Current Context: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched a free email update facility through the Aadhaar App from 1 July 2026 for a period of six months. 

Key Points

• The service allows Aadhaar holders to add or update their email ID without visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, making Aadhaar services more accessible and convenient.
• The service is available on both Android and iOS versions of the Aadhaar App.
• Linking an email ID helps users receive real-time notifications whenever Aadhaar authentication is carried out.
• The initiative aims to improve digital service delivery, reduce physical visits, and support the Digital India mission.
• More than 2.5 lakh users updated their email IDs within the first two days of the service launch.

Question: 

Q1. The free email update facility in the Aadhaar App has been introduced by:
a) NPCI
b) UIDAI
c) NIC
d) MeitY

Answer: b) The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introduced the free email update facility.