Highlights
Virtual ID for privacy and security.
Virtual ID is random 16-digit number.
New Delhi: Aadhaar issuing body Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows the Aadhaar card holder to use their VID if they do not wish to disclose their Aadhaar number. However, for the purpose, your mobile number must be registered with Aadhaar, so that you can Generate/Retrieve Virtual ID.
UIDAI has tweeted:
You can use your VID if you do not wish to disclose your Aadhaar number, it is verifiable. If you have your mobile number registered with Aadhaar, you can Generate / Retrieve Virtual ID using this link https://t.co/OuNjRBPIhi#Aadhaar#AddMobileToAadhaarpic.twitter.com/mSqwcIh3zW