Lucknow, May 31 -- The Uttar Pradesh government has made Aadhaar verification mandatory for availing of the benefits under the scheme that provides financial support to individuals who voluntarily adopt cattle from cow shelters.

According to a government notification issued by principal secretary, animal husbandry, K Ravindra Naik here on May 27, beneficiaries will now have to furnish proof of possession of an Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication to receive the monetary support of Rs.50 per cattle per day for up to two cattle.

Those not yet enrolled will be required to register for Aadhaar at designated enrolment centres and furnish proof of application to avail of the interim benefits.

Officials said the move aims to strea...