G. Kumar Naik (Member of Parliament for Raichur) has raised significant concerns about the implementation of the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) system, which is intended to create a lifelong academic identity for students. While the Union government clarified that participation is voluntary and requires informed consent, Naik pointed out a gap between policy intentions and actual preparedness on the ground. He noted that nearly 40% of students, amounting to over 4.5 crore, have not yet enrolled in the system, with many schools leading the enrollment process without adequate awareness among parents. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) plans to make the APAAR ID mandatory for registration in Classes 9 and 11 starting in the 2026-27 academic year, raising concerns about potential disadvantages for students who are not enrolled. Naik emphasized the need for transparency, better communication with parents, and stronger data protection safeguards to prevent unintended exclusion and administrative burdens on families. The Ministry of Education acknowledged existing technical issues that have prevented some students from obtaining their APAAR IDs and advised states and schools to facilitate necessary corrections. Naik urged the Union government to address these implementation gaps before expanding the system's scope.