Aadhaar information can be disclosed in cases that need immediate action: Delhi HC

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has held the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) can be directed to disclose Aadhaar information to the court without granting the individual concerned a prior hearing in exceptional circumstances. The ruling comes in a habeas corpus petition filed by a woman, named Vandana, seeking the production of her missing mother.

A division bench, comprising Justices Prathiba M Singh and Amit Sharma, stated that while the Supreme Court’s verdict in the KS Puttuswamy case recognises Aadhaar info as private, there are notable exceptions. The HC noted that such data can be provided to the court in a sealed cover, ensuring security.