The government has taken a significant decision for persons with disabilities who benefit from schemes run by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, making it mandatory to link the UDID (Unique Disability ID) card with Aadhaar. To complete this process through e-KYC, a deadline of March 31 has been set. The administration has urged beneficiaries to finish the e-KYC procedure promptly to ensure uninterrupted receipt of monthly financial assistance under schemes such as the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana, Shravanbal Yojana, and the Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme. Officials stated that Aadhaar linking will help ensure that only eligible beneficiaries receive government support without discrepancies or delays.
To complete the e-KYC process, beneficiaries must visit their nearest Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra, Common Service Centre (CSC), or Maha e-Seva Kendra. They are required to carry both their Aadhaar card and UDID card for verification. At these centres, the details are updated on the portal using biometric authentication or an OTP-based process. Authorities have clarified that failure to link the UDID card with Aadhaar may result in the suspension of government benefits. This could disrupt monthly financial aid as well as access to educational and economic concessions, making it essential for beneficiaries to complete the process within the stipulated timeframe.
The UDID (Unique Disability ID) card serves as a national identity document for persons with disabilities and plays a crucial role in accessing various government schemes and benefits. It acts as a single, official proof for availing multiple concessions and services. As a result, possessing a UDID card has been made essential for all eligible individuals. Authorities have reiterated that linking the UDID card with Aadhaar before March 31 is mandatory, and failure to do so may lead to the discontinuation of subsidies and scheme benefits. Beneficiaries are therefore strongly advised to complete the e-KYC process at the earliest to avoid any interruption in assistance.