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ISLAMABAD:<\/strong> The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a new self-service facility aimed at making basic identity-related services faster and more convenient for citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new machines, known as self-service kiosks<\/strong>, resemble ATM machines but are designed to provide a range of NADRA services related to identity documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the introduction of these kiosks, citizens will no longer necessarily have to stand in long queues or wait for their turn at service counters for routine services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facility can be used for services such as applying for an identity card, renewing an existing identity card and obtaining a Family Registration Certificate (FRC)<\/strong>, among other basic services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative is intended to reduce pressure on NADRA registration centres and provide citizens with a quicker alternative for routine transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The self-service kiosk is designed to be relatively simple to operate. Citizens first have to verify their identity at the machine. After successful verification, they can select the required service from the options displayed on the screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The machine then guides the user through the subsequent steps required to complete the selected service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to NADRA spokesperson Syed Shehbaat Ali<\/strong>, around 65 to 70 percent of citizens<\/strong> could potentially complete their routine work through these automated machines without having to face queues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The introduction of the kiosks is being viewed as part of NADRA’s efforts to modernize its public service delivery system and expand the use of technology in identity-related services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, citizens visiting NADRA centres for identity card-related services may have had to wait for their turn at counters, particularly during busy periods. The self-service system is expected to reduce such waiting times for services that can be completed through automated procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The kiosks could also allow NADRA staff to focus on cases that require more detailed assistance or manual processing, while routine transactions are handled through automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The system is particularly aimed at making basic services more accessible and efficient. Citizens who are familiar with automated machines can use the kiosk themselves by following the instructions displayed on the screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The process begins with identity verification, after which the citizen selects the required service. The kiosk then provides step-by-step instructions until the transaction is completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NADRA’s move toward self-service technology comes amid broader efforts to digitize public services in Pakistan. Automated systems can help reduce administrative pressure and improve the speed of routine transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The authority has also been introducing other digital and biometric facilities to make identity verification and documentation processes more convenient for citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new kiosks are expected to be particularly useful for people seeking routine services that do not require extensive interaction with NADRA officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the NADRA spokesperson, the potential for 65 to 70 percent of users to complete their work through the automated kiosks<\/strong> indicates that a significant portion of routine transactions could eventually be shifted away from traditional service counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This could help reduce overcrowding at NADRA centres and improve the overall experience for citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The machines are designed to guide users through the process rather than requiring them to have extensive technical knowledge. The on-screen instructions are intended to make the system accessible to ordinary citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The introduction of the self-service kiosks also represents a move toward greater automation in Pakistan’s identity management infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For citizens, the key advantage is expected to be convenience. Instead of waiting in a queue for every routine request, eligible users can potentially complete their transactions through the automated facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the availability of specific services through the kiosks may depend on the particular NADRA centre and the functionality activated on the machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NADRA has been encouraging citizens to make use of its digital services and automated facilities as part of its efforts to modernize identity-related services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The self-service kiosks are therefore expected to complement NADRA’s existing registration centres rather than completely replace traditional counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Citizens requiring assistance or services that cannot be completed through the automated system will continue to have access to NADRA personnel and conventional service channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative could ultimately contribute to shorter queues, reduced waiting times and more efficient service delivery at NADRA facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the use of automated public-service technology expands, citizens are expected to become increasingly familiar with completing routine government transactions through self-service systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The introduction of NADRA’s ATM-style kiosks marks another step toward a more convenient and technology-driven identity service system, potentially allowing millions of citizens to complete basic documentation-related tasks with less waiting and greater convenience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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