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Manipur Implements Nation’s Strictest Adult Aadhaar Approval Protocol

Centralizing adult approvals in Imphal under the Special Secretary’s office ties free biometric updates to the state’s border-security push.

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Nongthombam Biren Singh (photo:Facebook)

Overview

  • All adult Aadhaar applications must now be vetted and approved exclusively at the Special Secretary (Home) office in Imphal, according to Home Commissioner N. Ashok Kumar.
  • The state has rolled out two free biometric update phases—Mandatory Biometric Updation-1 for ages 5–7 and MBU-2 for those over 15—to keep identity data current.
  • Construction has begun on fencing about 400 km of the India–Myanmar border to curb illegal crossings linked to past identity-fraud rackets.
  • A Myanmar national arrested in Mizoram on June 24 for drug trafficking was found carrying a Manipur-issued Aadhaar, highlighting enforcement challenges.
  • Political and civil society leaders, including former CM N Biren Singh and Meitei-based groups, are pressing for a state-level NRC and tighter coordination with the Inner Line Permit regime.