NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot
The NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot has officially been launched at Lady Etcheson Hospital, Lahore, marking a historic step towards modernizing Pakistan’s civil registration system. This initiative is designed to make birth and death registration simpler, faster, and more reliable for citizens, while also strengthening record accuracy across the country.
Why the NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot Matters
Civil registration plays a vital role in every country. Without timely birth and death records, governments struggle to plan healthcare, education, and social programs effectively. The NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot is an effort to solve these challenges in Pakistan by bringing registration directly to hospitals. This ensures that records are created at the source, reducing delays and errors.
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نیشنل ڈیٹا بیس اینڈ رجسٹریشن اتھارٹی (نادرا)
نیشنل ڈیٹا بیس اینڈ رجسٹریشن اتھارٹی (نادرا) نے لیڈی ایچسن ہسپتال لاہور کے اشتراک سے پیدائش اور وفات کے آن لائن اندراج کے پائلٹ پراجیکٹ کا آغاز کر دیا ہے۔ یہ پراجیکٹ پاکستان میں سول رجسٹریشن نظام کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے کی جانب ایک اہم سنگِ میل کی حیثیت رکھتا ہے۔
افتتاحی تقریب لیڈی ایچسن اسپتال لاہور میں منعقد ہوئی جس میں لیڈی ایچسن ہسپتال کی میڈیکل سپرنٹنڈنٹ ڈاکٹر صوبیہ جاوید، نادرا ریجنل ہیڈ آفس لاہور کی ڈائریکٹر جنرل محترمہ فضا شاہد، جناب یاسر سعید، ڈائریکٹر آپریشنز عبدالقادر رزاقی، اسسٹنٹ ڈائریکٹر آپریشنز اور سی آر وی ایس کے علی رضا نے شرکت کی۔
اس منصوبے کا مقصد پیدائش اور وفات کی بروقت اطلاع اور اندراج کے نظام کو فعال اور مؤثر بنانا ہے تاکہ درس ریکارڈ کی تیاری کے ساتھ ساتھ عوام کو بہتر سہولیات فراہم کی جا سکیں۔
اس اشتراک کی بدولت سول رجسٹریشن نظام کو شعبہ صحت میں ضم کرنے میں مدد ملے گی اور یہ شعبہ صحت میں ڈیجیٹل انقلاب کے لئے ایک ابتدائی ماڈل کا کردار ادا کرے گا جسے صوبہ پنجاب کے دیگر ہسپتالوں اور صحت کے اداروں میں توسیع دی جائے گی۔
Inauguration Ceremony and Key Figures
The pilot was inaugurated at Lady Etcheson Hospital Lahore, where senior officials and health representatives gathered to highlight its importance. Notable participants included:
- Dr. Subia Javed – Medical Superintendent, Lady Etcheson Hospital
- Ms. Fiza Shahid – Director General, NADRA Regional Head Office Lahore
- Mr. Yasir Saeed – Director Operations
- Abdul Qadir Razaqi – Assistant Director Operations
- Ali Raza – CRVS representative
Their collaboration represents the bridge between healthcare institutions and the national database authority.
Objectives of the NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot
The project aims to make registration more effective by:
- Enabling timely notification and registration of births and deaths.
- Preparing accurate and reliable civil records for national planning.
- Ensuring that families can access certificates and legal documents faster.
- Serving as a model for digital health integration across Punjab.
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How the Pilot System Works
The process is simple and citizen-friendly:
- When a birth or death occurs at Lady Etcheson Hospital, hospital staff immediately notify NADRA through the online system.
- Information is digitally recorded in the Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system.
- The record is verified and stored in NADRA’s database.
- Families can later obtain birth or death certificates with minimal delays.
This model eliminates the need for multiple visits to NADRA offices and reduces paperwork.
Benefits for Citizens
The NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot offers several advantages to the public:
- Quick Access: Families receive certificates faster.
- Convenience: No need for lengthy paperwork or travel.
- Accuracy: Records are generated directly at hospitals, reducing errors.
- Integration: Helps in accessing education, inheritance, health, and social security benefits.
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Expanding to Other Hospitals in Punjab
This pilot project will serve as the foundation for a province-wide rollout. Once proven successful, the system will be extended to other hospitals and healthcare facilities in Punjab. This integration will ensure that the civil registration system works hand-in-hand with the health sector for better governance.
Data Accuracy and Transparency
NADRA has emphasized that data accuracy and citizen privacy are at the heart of this project. Strict procedures are in place to ensure records are entered correctly, verified promptly, and stored securely. Transparency will make the system more trustworthy and citizen-friendly.
Addressing Challenges
While the NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot is a breakthrough, some challenges are expected, such as:
- Training hospital staff to use the new system.
- Ensuring internet connectivity at all times.
- Raising public awareness about the new process.
To overcome these, NADRA is focusing on staff training, technical support, and awareness campaigns for the general public.
Leadership and Future Outlook
The launch of the NADRA Online Birth & Death Registration Pilot at Lady Etcheson Hospital is only the beginning. With strong collaboration between the health sector and NADRA, this initiative will bring Pakistan closer to a fully digital and modern civil registration system. The project is expected to transform service delivery, improve planning, and make life easier for citizens.