Going beyond the subsidy payments, Aadhaar will help in de-duplication and better targeting
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Key to this is getting account-holders to use their accounts regularly
The new government needs to realise that more than an identification number, Aadhaar is an enabler
They can focus on their strengths, and fix their problems in an efficient and cohesive manner
It is time now to change the discourse on inclusion in India
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