Member details, Aadhaar link likely: Delhi govt mulls creation of panel for family ID cards

Delhi's government is moving towards establishing a unified family identification system through a proposed legislation, the Delhi Parivar Pehchan Act, 2026. This act aims to create a centralized database containing comprehensive information about families, which will underpin the issuance of a single family identification card.

Officials indicate that the proposed law will provide the legal framework for managing and maintaining this database. Key considerations include the technological architecture for data collection, verification, and inter-departmental information sharing. The system is designed to facilitate easier access for citizens to various government schemes and public services, ranging from health initiatives like Ayushman Bharat Yojana to financial programs such as the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana.

A significant aspect under review is the mechanism for updating family records to reflect life events such as births, deaths, marriages, and changes in address or residency. The proposed legislation is also expected to address crucial issues of data security, privacy, and access control, ensuring that only authorized departments and officials can utilize the information. Furthermore, provisions for citizens to view and correct their data, along with accountability for unauthorized access or misuse, are being considered.

The government is also contemplating the establishment of a Delhi Parivar Pehchan Authority, potentially headed by the chief minister, with support from senior administrative officials. This authority would oversee the operational aspects, including framing procedures and coordinating with different government departments. The government has been studying Haryana's Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) model as a reference for developing its own system.