‘DEOs must sensitise private schools on Aadhaar mandatory biometric updates’

The School Education Department has ordered District Educational Officers to ensure private schools cooperate with the Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Update programme. Officials noted that some institutions have been obstructing the process, which is necessary for student service access.
Why it matters
Efficient implementation of biometric updates is critical for the delivery of government services and student identification in the Indian education system.
The School Education Department has directed District Educational Officers (DEOs) to sensitise private schools and intermediate colleges on the importance of the Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) programme and ensure their full cooperation in its implementation.
The article reports on administrative directives and institutional compliance without taking a stance on the policy itself.
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