Notification for Aadhaar authentication for Lok Sabha Secretariat for entry passes through Smart Visitor Management System SVMS

REGD. No. D. L.-33004/99 The Gazette of India CG-DL-E-10032026-270820 EXTRAORDINARY PART II-Section 3-Sub-section (i) PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY No. 162] NEW DELHI, TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026/PHALGUNA 19, 1947 1713 GI/2026 MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 10th March, 2026 G.S.R. 168(E).—Whereas the use of Aadhaar number to establish identity enables individuals to receive subsidies, benefits and services in a convenient and seamless manner, obviates the need for multiplicity of documents to establish identity, simplifies processes and promotes transparency and efficiency: And whereas the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, after consultation with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), had allowed vide its letter eF.No.22(7)/2025- Cyberlaws dated 2nd December, 2025 to the Lok Sabha Secretariat under Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (hereinafter referred to as the said Ministry), Government of India (hereinafter referred to as the said Government) for the purposes prescribed under sub-rule (1) of rule 3 of the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Rules, 2020 (hereinafter referred to as the said rules) that the said Government/ Ministry may be allowed to perform authentication and be permitted the use of Aadhaar number during authentication for establishing identity of Aadhaar number holder and notify the same under rule 5 of the said rules read with sub- clause (ii) of clause (b) of sub-section (4) of section 4 of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016 (hereinafter referred to as the Act) : And whereas, the Aadhaar authentication shall be performed for Aadhaar Authentication, on voluntary basis, by Lok Sabha Secretariat, to establish the identity of MPs, visitors, staff and officials during registration on Smart Visitor Management System and further issuance of smart card, using Yes/No or/and eKYC authentication facilities. (hereinafter referred to as the said purpose) as prescribed under sub-rule (1) of rule 3 of the said rules and the performance of Aadhaar authentication for the said purpose shall be on voluntary basis and that the Lok Sabha Secretariat shall perform the Aadhaar authentication only for The Aadhaar Authentication Service in the Smart Visitor Management System (SVMS) at the Parliament House of India ensures secure access by verifying smart card users and visitors during registration and onboarding. This initiative enhances security and operational efficiency by allowing only authorized individuals into the premises. Aadhaar-based verification provides accurate identification, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized entry. It also streamlines visitor management processes, improving data accuracy and oversight. Overall, the integration of Aadhaar authentication strengthens access control, supports efficient visitor handling and contributes to a safer, more organized environment for Parliament operations. [hereinafter referred to as the use case(s)]. Now, therefore, in pursuance of rule 5 of the said rules read with sub-clause (ii) of clause (b) of sub-section (4) of section 4 of the Act, and in supersession of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs notification published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part II, Section 3, Sub-section (i) vide G.S.R. 923(E) dated the 26th December, 2025, except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the said Ministry hereby notifies the following, namely:— 1. (1) The Lok Sabha Secretariat, as provided in the Act, shall obtain the consent of the Aadhaar number holder for the purpose of authentication herein. (2) As per sub-rule (2) of rule 3 of the said rules, Aadhaar authentication is on voluntary basis, the Lok Sabha Secretariat shall inform to the Aadhaar number holder of alternate and viable means of identification and shall not deny any service to the Aadhaar number holder for refusing to, or being unable to, undergo Aadhaar authentication, namely:- (3) The said Ministry shall inform all applicants of alternate and viable means of identification, which shall include, inter alia: (a) Government-issued Photo Identity Cards (i) Passport, Voter ID (EPIC), Driving Licence, or PAN card. (ii) These are widely recognized and legally valid for identity verification. (b) Parliament Smart Card / Official Access Card (i) Issued to Members of Parliament, staff, and authorized personnel. (ii) Serves as a secure access credential within the SVMS. (c) Biometric Verification through Non-Aadhaar Systems (i) Fingerprint or facial recognition matched against the Parliament's internal visitor database. (ii) Ensures accurate identification without mandating Aadhaar linkage. (d) Manual Verification with Supporting Documents (i) Visitor authorization letters, appointment slips, or official invitation documents validated by security staff. (ii) Provides a fallback option for those unable or unwilling to use Aadhaar or biometrics. 2. This notification shall come into effect from the date of its publication in the official Gazette. [F. No. 15/6/2025-A&P] MUKESH KUMAR, Dy. Secy.