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Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider

The Unique Identification Authority of India ( UIDAI ) has onboarded satellite internet provider Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd, enabling the company to use Aadhaar-based authentication for customer verification. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Electronics and IT on Wednesday, Aadhaar—described as one of the most trusted digital identity systems—will ensure that customer onboarding is quick, paperless and compliant with Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. The move is expected to make the entire process smooth, secure and seamless, the ministry said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo Further, the ministry said Starlink's onboarding with Aadhaar authentication signifies a 'powerful synergy' between India's digital identity platform and global satellite technology. Aadhaar e-KYC will help the company seamlessly onboard users while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements as it rolls out high-speed satellite internet to households, businesses and institutions across India. Live Events UIDAI clarified that Aadhaar authentication by users will remain voluntary as per existing rules. Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd has been appointed as a Sub-Authentication User Agency and Sub-eKYC User Agency, in the presence of UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar, Deputy Director General Manish Bhardwaj and Starlink India Director Parnil Urdhwareshe. The release noted that Aadhaar, the foundation of India's digital public infrastructure, has been a catalyst for ease of living and ease of doing business. Its face authentication solution is gaining momentum due to its convenience for Aadhaar number holders. 'The use of Aadhaar authentication by a global satellite internet provider demonstrates the scalability and reliability of India's digital infrastructure,' the ministry said, adding that it highlights how Aadhaar can enable innovation in service delivery while ensuring transparency and accountability.