In a classic case of identity theft, a possibility repeatedly denied by the Centre and UIDAI officials, Aadhaar details of nearly 300 people were stolen their pension money swindled. City police estimate that around `40 lakh was stolen in this manner by three members in a series of frauds since mid-2015. According to the police, the trio misused Aadhaar details of other people to obtain their pension money granted under the Aasara scheme.
— source newindianexpress.com