<h1>Aadhaar Act Amended: Private Entities Can Use Aadhaar Authentication for Services, Subject to Approval and Specific Purposes.</h1> The government has amended the Aadhaar Act to allow private entities to use Aadhaar authentication for service delivery, reversing the Supreme Court's 2018 concerns over misuse. The Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment Rules, 2025, permits private entities to apply for Aadhaar authentication, provided their proposals align with specified purposes such as good governance and innovation. The process requires approval from the Ministry of Electronics and IT and UIDAI. The amendment aims to enhance transparency and inclusivity, benefiting sectors like e-commerce and health by enabling trusted transactions and improved service access. Authentication remains voluntary.