Archive · 30 Nov 2025
Maharashtra Cancels Aadhaar-Based Birth, Death Certificates
The Maharashtra government has decided to cancel all birth and death certificates that were issued only using Aadhaar cards.
Now, people need to provide additional documents like school leaving certificates, electricity bills, or ration cards to get these certificates.
The government says this is to stop fraud.
However, the Opposition parties like Congress and AAP are not happy with this decision.
They say it makes Aadhaar cards less important and could cause problems, especially in rural areas.
The government has also started special checks in 14 districts to find and cancel fake certificates.
Maharashtra government cancels birth and death certificates issued solely on Aadhaar cards.
Additional documents like school leaving certificates, electricity bills, or ration cards are now required.
14 districts identified as hotspots for fraudulent certificates are under strict scrutiny.
Opposition parties criticize the move, citing potential issues in rural areas and reduced importance of Aadhaar.
Government directs immediate FIRs for discrepancies and absconding beneficiaries.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Opposition parties (Congress, AAP)
- What
- Cancellation of birth and death certificates issued solely on Aadhaar cards
- When
- Directive issued on Thursday, implementation ongoing
- Where
- Maharashtra, specifically 14 identified districts
- Why
- To curb fraudulent use of birth and death certificates for illegal purposes
- Action Taken
- Cancellation of birth and death certificates issued solely on Aadhaar cards
- Additional Documents Required
- School leaving certificate, electricity bill, or ration card
- Affected Districts
- 14 districts including Sambhajinagar, Amravati, and Latur
- Opposition Reactions
- Congress and AAP criticize the move
- Government's Stance
- Aadhaar cards not standalone proof of birth details