NADRA introduces ‘Ijazat Aap Ki’ service to protect citizens personal data

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced the ‘Ijazat Aap Ki’ service to protect citizens’ data.

According to details provided by NADRA Chairman Tariq Malik, citizens will now have the decision of whether or not to give personal information.

With the citizen's permission, the CNIC will also be verified, and the NADRA will keep the sensitive information secure.

Citizens now own their personal and family information just like they do their physical property.

NADRA to issue free NICs to flood affectees

National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) had already made the decision to provide free national identity cards (NIC) to residents of flood-affected districts.

The initiative was launched in association with the United Nations Development Program, according to the head of NADRA (UNDP).

Nine districts in Sindh and Balochistan that have been affected by flooding will offer free NICs to women, individuals with disabilities, and those from low-income backgrounds.