The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced the launch of Pakistan’s first “dematerialized digital identity card” during its Silver Jubilee ceremony on Monday.
This development marks a revolutionary milestone in the national identity system.
The ceremony featured the unveiling of a commemorative coin by the State Bank of Pakistan, a special postage stamp by Pakistan Post, and a book chronicling NADRA’s 25-year journey.
A special event was held at NADRA headquarters, with Major General (Retd.) Zahid Ehsan, the founding Chairman of NADRA, as the chief guest. Other attendees included Lieutenant General (Retd.) Asif Munir, Chairman of NADRA, the Special Secretary of Interior, Chief Statistician (Pakistan Bureau of Statistics), Director General of Immigration & Passport, former NADRA chairpersons, board members, and senior officials.
The new digital ID will be integrated into the Pak ID mobile app, allowing citizens to store their identity cards on their smartphones. A digital verification system is also in the works, enabling secure and instant authentication for various services.
The pilot phase is set to begin on Independence Day 2025 under the World Bank-backed Digital Economy Project.
