Aadhaar enrolments hit the 1-billion mark by this weekend. Here are 10 ways in which Aadhaar can make your life simpler. Passport in 10 days An Aadhaar number can get you a passport in 10 days. Police verification is carried out at a later date. Applicant applies online; he or she needs only to attach the Aadhaar number/card as sole address and identity proof. Applicant will get appointment within three days and in another seven, the passport will be processed and dispatched. Aadhaar card has been made mandatory for issuance of passports.
Digital locker
Digital locker is a system where an individual can store personal documents on the government's server. Sign-in requires linking the Aadhaar number.
Aadhaar-based direct benefit transfer (LPG subsidy)
The 12-digit individual ID number on Aadhar card can be used to get LPG subsidy directly in bank account. Area's distributor will link a consumer's Aadhaar number.