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Nadra Revamps Website, Enhancing Citizen Access to Records and Services
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Nadra Revamps Website, Enhancing Citizen Access to Records and Services

From Dawn · (14m ago) English Positive tone

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Pakistan's National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has revamped its website, offering citizens enhanced access to district-level birth and death records and online right-to-information requests.
  • The redesigned site features a user-centric interface, interactive maps displaying demographic data, and consolidated verification services for various institutions.
  • Nadra's overhaul aims to improve digital accessibility, transparency, and public service delivery, reflecting Pakistan's transition to a large-scale biometric identity system.

The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has taken a significant leap forward in its digital transformation journey with the launch of its revamped website. This overhaul is not just about a fresh coat of paint; it represents a fundamental shift towards greater transparency, accessibility, and citizen-centric service delivery. For the first time, Pakistanis can access district-level vital records and submit right-to-information requests with unprecedented ease, directly through a verified login.

For the first time, Nadra’s Geospatially Referenced Demographic Information System is public. The tool displays registration data on interactive maps and lets users compare district-level census figures with Nadra’s own records.

— NadraDescribing the new public access to demographic data.

What truly sets this upgrade apart is the public release of Nadra's Geospatially Referenced Demographic Information System. This innovative tool allows citizens to visualize and compare registration data on interactive maps, offering a level of insight previously reserved for government departments. The availability of downloadable thematic maps further empowers researchers and planners, fostering a more data-driven approach to national development.

The site also consolidates verification services used by banks, telecom firms and government departments into a single section.

— NadraHighlighting the integration of verification services.

Furthermore, the consolidation of verification services used by banks, telecom firms, and government departments into a single, streamlined section, along with the introduction of a 24/7 call center and an improved complaint tracking system, demonstrates Nadra's commitment to efficiency and responsiveness. This comprehensive digital platform underscores Pakistan's position as a leader in biometric identity management and highlights the nation's ongoing efforts to leverage technology for the betterment of its citizens.

A dedicated RTI portal now lets citizens file information requests, track them online and receive responses within 10 working days, with privacy safeguards listed.

— NadraExplaining the new online system for right-to-information requests.
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Originally published by Dawn in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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