Aadhaar, Retina Scan Now Mandatory for Delhi's ₹5 Meal Plate

• Delhi government mandates Aadhaar and retina scans for beneficiaries of the ₹5 meal plate scheme at Atal Canteens.
• The new system, implemented by DUSIB, aims to prevent individuals from taking multiple meals in the same time slot.
• Retina scanners linked to Aadhaar will verify identity and ensure one meal per person per slot, according to the government.
• Social activists criticize the decision, citing privacy concerns and arguing it's an injustice to the poor, limiting access for the very hungry.
• Currently, 86 Atal Canteens are operational in Delhi, with 16 more planned, as the new system sparks debate on hunger and technology.

Why It Matters: Delhi's ₹5 meal scheme now requires Aadhaar and retina scans, sparking debate over access and privacy.