Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

The figure 8.5% represents the year-on-year growth in Aadhaar authentications during November 2025, marking the highest monthly authentication volume of the fiscal year at 231 crore. This growth reflects the increasing reliance on Aadhaar-based digital infrastructure across various sectors. A major factor in this surge was the rapid adoption of face authentication, which accounted for nearly 60% of pensioners’ Digital Life Certificates, demonstrating how technology is aiding service delivery. Additionally, the rise in e-KYC usage to 47.19 crore transactions underlines Aadhaar’s expanding role in banking and financial services, further contributing to the overall growth momentum.