The Indian government has firmly stated that the massive Aadhaar database, containing the biometric and demographic details of over 134 crore citizens, has never been breached since its creation. This assurance was presented to the Parliament, highlighting the robust, multi-layered technological safeguards that protect this critical national asset.
Parliamentary Assurance on Unbreached Security
On December 17, 2025, Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Jitin Prasada, submitted a detailed statement in the Lok Sabha. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) emphasized that the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) employs a comprehensive "defence-in-depth" security architecture. "Till date, no breach of Aadhaar card holders' data has occurred from the UIDAI database," the ministry's press release asserted, confirming the complete security of the world's largest biometric identity system.
Multi-Layered Defence and International Certifications
The government outlined the sophisticated measures guarding the Aadhaar ecosystem. Advanced encryption technologies secure data both during transmission and while at rest. The system is fortified by multiple layers of security controls, continuous monitoring, and periodic audits to ensure ongoing effectiveness. Regular security assessments are conducted to proactively identify and address any potential vulnerabilities.
Adding international credibility to these claims, the ministry noted that UIDAI’s Information Security Management System is certified under ISO 27001:2022 by STQC. Furthermore, UIDAI holds the ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification for Privacy Information Management, underscoring its commitment to data privacy. The system has also been declared a protected system, with the National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) providing continuous cybersecurity advisories.
Independent Audits and Critical National Role
Beyond internal protocols, an independent agency conducts periodic compliance audits. These include Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) to detect and mitigate application-level risks. This holistic approach ensures a resilient security posture against evolving cyber threats.
The Aadhaar platform, with its approximately 134 crore active users, has facilitated over 16,000 crore authentication transactions. It forms the indispensable backbone for the delivery of numerous government services and welfare schemes across India, making its security paramount to national governance and citizen trust.
