In a significant development, Neelkanth Mishra, Chief Economist at Axis Bank, has been appointed as the part-time Chairperson of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Alongside, Nilesh Shah, Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company, and Prof Mausam have been onboarded as part-time members of the Aadhaar-governing body. The UIDAI board consists of a chairperson, two part-time members, and the CEO, who also serves as the Member-Secretary.
Mishra’s new role strengthens his presence in key government bodies. He already holds positions as a part-time member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council (PM-EAC) and the advisory committee of the India Semiconductor Mission, which evaluates semiconductor proposals in the country.
This strategic appointment underscores the government’s focus on leveraging expertise from diverse fields to enhance UIDAI’s operations, ensuring robust management of India’s Aadhaar ecosystem. Stay tuned for more updates on how these leaders shape the future of digital identity in India.