NADRA introduces special lifetime ID cards

ISLAMABAD, JAN 29: The federal government has approved amendments to the National Identity Card Act of 2002 aimed at improving accessibility and recognition for individuals with disabilities and organ donors in Pakistan. A spokesperson for the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) confirmed that these changes will soon be reflected in the issuance of new identity cards, marking a progressive step towards inclusion. The amended law will introduce separate, lifetime-valid identity cards for persons with disabilities. These individuals will receive a specialized Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) featuring a distinctive wheelchair logo, signifying their status. The same symbol will also be included on the identification cards of disabled children, regardless of whether they hold a formal or temporary card. This development is designed to facilitate easier identification and accessibility.