Bangladesh EC to offer NID server copies at field offices

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh is planning to decentralize the issuance of National Identity Card (NID) server copies, a move designed to significantly ease the process for citizens nationwide. Currently, individuals needing these crucial server copies, often required for services like opening bank accounts or registering land deeds, must travel to the EC's headquarters in Dhaka.

An anonymous EC official confirmed the plan, stating that the commission recognizes the frequent need for these copies and the burden placed on citizens. By making the service available at field-level EC offices across the country, the EC hopes to eliminate the need for extensive travel to the capital.

Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed has directed officials to explore the feasibility of issuing server copies from regional offices. A key consideration is enabling these offices to accept online payments for the data supply fee. A proposal detailing these arrangements is expected within seven working days.

Bangladesh currently has over 128 million registered voters, including men, women, and hijra individuals. This initiative reflects an effort to streamline bureaucratic processes and improve accessibility for a large and geographically dispersed population.

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We are planning to make the service available at field-level EC offices so that citizens can collect server copies from their own areas