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Daily Briefing21 September 2026

DPDP Daily Brief — Aadhaar Biometric Mandate for Subsidised LPG Refills

By AI Editor5 min read

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Govt makes Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory for subsidised LPG refills from October 1

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1. Govt makes Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory for subsidised LPG refills from October 1

Source: ET Government | Read Original →

The government has mandated Aadhaar biometric authentication for consumers receiving subsidised LPG refills, effective October 1. This new requirement allows for biometric verification at various touchpoints, including during delivery, at distributor showrooms, or through OMC mobile apps. For businesses, this significantly impacts LPG distributors and Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), elevating their responsibilities as Data Fiduciaries handling sensitive personal data.

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