Uttar Pradesh launches a high-tech portal using AI, biometrics, and Aadhaar-linked verification to detect and deport illegal infiltrators misusing state welfare benefits. The system cross-checks 10+ crore beneficiaries across schemes like ration cards and pensions, aiming to safeguard resources for genuine citizens amid rising concerns.
The Yogi Adityanath government unveiled an advanced digital platform to purge infiltrators from welfare programs, integrating facial recognition, iris scans, and real-time database linkages with UIDAI, SECC, and police records. Over 15 crore entries scanned already flag duplicates and non-citizens, triggering deportation under the UP Foreigners Act.
This proactive measure addresses reports of Bangladeshi and Rohingya networks exploiting PDS, Ayushman Bharat, and pensions, ensuring ₹50,000+ crore annual benefits reach intended recipients while curbing fraud.
Key Highlights:
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Tech Stack: AI facial match, Aadhaar e-KYC, biometric deduplication
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Coverage: 10 Cr+ beneficiaries; 50+ schemes including ration, pensions, health.
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Actions: FIRs, deportations; 2,000+ cases identified in pilot.
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Timeline: Portal live statewide; daily scans from Dec 11.
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Impact: Saves ₹5,000 Cr+ annually; boosts scheme efficiency.
Sources: UP CMO press release, ANI reports, PTI.