New Delhi, Oct. 10 -- If a family member has passed away, their Aadhaar details may need attention to reduce the risk of identity misuse. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides an online facility that allows Aadhaar holders to report a family member's death and initiate the process of deactivating the deceased person's Aadhaar number.

Here is what you need to know about reporting a death to UIDAI, the documents required, and the steps involved.

A 12-digit Aadhaar number is unique to each person and serves as an important identity credential for accessing various services, including banking. Reporting the death of its holder can help reduce the risk of unauthorised use of their identity details and prevent fraud. ...