Alert Details: UIDAI has clarified that parents of children whose Aadhaar card was created before the age of five will have to update their biometric details—fingerprints, iris scan, and facial image—in their Aadhaar before the age of seven. If this update is not done, the child’s Aadhaar number will be deactivated. UIDAI has started informing parents in this regard through SMS. This update is needed because only name, date of birth, address, and photograph are taken while creating Aadhaar in childhood, as the biometric details of children are not fully developed at this age. This update is also necessary because without it, children may face difficulties in facilities like school admission, scholarships, and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). An X post said: “Aadhaar card is now an important part of children’s future. Parents should get their biometrics updated before the age of seven so that their children do not miss out on government services. Free update method: In children's Aadhaar card To update the biometric details, parents need to visit the nearest Aadhaar Sahulat Centre or the official Aadhaar Centre. The child’s photograph, fingerprints, and iris scan will be updated there. This process is free for children aged 5 to 7 years. How to find an Aadhaar Centre? Follow these steps to find an Aadhaar Centre: Visit the official website of UIDAI at uidai.gov.in. Click on the ‘My Aadhaar’ section and select the option ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre’ or ‘Aadhaar Seva Kendra’. Search by your ‘State’ or ‘Pin Code’. Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Locate a Centre’. You will get a list of nearby Aadhaar Sahulat Centres. Update Costs: Age 0 to 5 years: Only updating of photograph and demographic information (name, date of birth, address) is free. Age 5 to 7 years: First biometric update is mandatory and free. Age 7 to 15 years: A fee of Rs 100 will have to be paid for Aadhaar update. Age 15 to 17 years: Second biometric update is free. Required documents: The following documents will be required for Aadhaar update: Child's birth certificate Certificate or School ID. Parent's Aadhaar card. Conclusion: This alert from UIDAI is a clear warning to parents to take the updating of their children's Aadhaar card seriously. A small negligence can affect the future of children, as Aadhaar card is now connected to every aspect of life. As one X user wrote: "Aadhaar card is the protection of our children's identity. Updating it is not only a legal obligation but also the protection of our children's future." Parents should contact the nearest Aadhaar center and get their children's Aadhaar updated on time so that they do not miss out on government services. Source: The Hindu: Indian Express: Times of India: X Posts: