Under the new directive, birth certificates must include proof of birth issued by hospitals, municipal corporations, or panchayats. Parents who received Aadhaar-only certificates will now have to apply for corrected certificates using proper documentation.

The state’s Health and Family Welfare Department clarified that this step is part of a wider initiative to strengthen civil registration processes. “Our goal is to maintain authentic and verifiable birth records across Maharashtra,” said a senior official.

Parents can approach their local municipal or panchayat offices to update or reissue birth certificates. Required documents typically include hospital discharge slips, delivery records, or other official proof of birth. The government has set a deadline for parents to complete corrections to ensure compliance.

Officials also emphasized that this cancellation does not affect Aadhaar itself. Citizens can continue using Aadhaar for identification, but it cannot serve as the sole proof of birth.

Experts say the move will help reduce administrative errors and curb potential misuse of Aadhaar-only certificates for school admissions, welfare benefits, or identity verification.

Parents are urged to act promptly and submit the required documents to avoid delays in obtaining valid certificates. Municipal authorities are expected to assist citizens in updating records and reissuing certificates efficiently.

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Officials also found that 13 lakh people, who never had Aadhaar cards, have passed away. The EC and UIDAI are working together to remove ghost and duplicate voters. Their goal is to make the voter list accurate and the election process transparent.

Banks are helping in this process. They are giving details of old accounts where KYC has not been updated. This helps find deceased account holders whose names still appear in voter records.

Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are visiting homes to confirm voter details. They are also collecting new forms from residents. So far, officials have distributed over 6.98 crore forms across the state.

The EC has warned strict action against anyone who fails to maintain correct records. In the future, the government will use digital voter verification and Aadhaar-linked roll tracking to build a clean and verified voter list.

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To simplify the process, the government has launched a new system that lets users update Aadhaar details from home using a mobile phone. Starting November 1, citizens can use this service by paying a ₹75 fee. The goal is to make Aadhaar services more convenient and user-friendly.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also changed its banking rules. Customers can now add up to four nominees for bank accounts, lockers, and safe custody services. Earlier, only one nominee was allowed.

In addition, the State Bank of India (SBI) will charge a 1% fee on education payments and wallet recharges above ₹1,000 made through third-party apps. These updates aim to make digital transactions smoother and more secure.

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The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare will run a Digital Life Certificate Campaign from November 1 to 30, 2025. In Bihar, there are about 1.13 crore social security pensioners and 3.5 lakh state government pensioners.

Pensioners can create the certificate online through the Jeevan Pramaan app using their Aadhaar and PPO number or visit CSC centers, post offices, or banks for biometric submission. The India Post Payments Bank also offers doorstep service through postmen via the PostInfo app.

Submitting the Bihar life certificate 2025 ensures uninterrupted pension payments and avoids financial delays.

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YSR Jagan’s administration has implemented targeted initiatives for 52 nomadic tribes , including land allocations, housing support, and educational assistance for children. For 12 particularly disadvantaged communities, special corporations have been established to oversee welfare and ensure their cultural heritage, such as traditional art forms, is preserved.

In contrast, previous coalition governments failed to fulfill promises regarding tribal welfare, including municipal representation, free electricity, and identification cards. YSRCP’s proactive approach reflects a commitment to uplifting nomadic tribes , improving their quality of life, and integrating them into mainstream social and economic programs while safeguarding their cultural identity.

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