NADRA notifies major regulator reforms

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has notified a comprehensive set of new regulations following their approval by the NADRA Authority Board in accordance with the relevant Rules and the NADRA Ordinance.

The reforms include updated procedures for verification and cancellation of identity documents, amendments to the National Identity Card (NIC) framework, a revised regulatory structure for the Pakistan Origin Card (POC) and a modern procurement regime for the organisation.

The new Verification Regulations introduce a structured process for examining doubtful identity records.