Aakash’s next could be Aadhar apps
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Aakash’s next could be Aadhar apps
Among those in queue for the Human Resource Development Ministry’s Aakash tablet is the Unique Identity Authority of India that issues Aadhar numbers. It is considering a switch to the inexpensive gadget.
A team from the HRD Ministry recently demonstrated before UIDAI officials how easily the Aakash tablet can be used for data verification and how its applications can be developed to support Aadhar-related work. The UIDAI currently uses expensive, micro-ATMs for biometric authentication.
“We are definitely looking at a collaboration with the HRD Ministry on Aakash. While a micro-ATM costs around Rs 15,0000-20,000, the Aakash tablet is said to be under Rs 3,000 each which will considerably reduce our expenditure,” a highly placed official said.
Micro-ATMs are handheld devices for biometric authentication that can help with cash deposit and withdrawal besides balance inquiry and remittances.
The HRD ministry confirmed that UIDAI is interested in the Aakash tablet; the new, upgraded version of the tablet for which bids will be invited next month will factor in their requirements.
The HRD Ministry plans to use the Aadhar number in the school system by embossing the number on certificates awarded to students. This, they feel, will help track student attendance, track retention of students, monitor entitlements and check for other discrepancies. A pilot project has already been initiated in districts of Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal and it will be extended to Tamil Nadu, Orissa, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan.
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