Citizens in the capital are no longer required to provide physical documents, photocopies, or photographs when applying for a driving licence, following the formal inauguration of a fully paperless system by the Islamabad Traffic Police.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, formally unveiled the streamlined licensing mechanism today, citing public convenience and contemporary needs as the primary drivers of the reforms.
Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Islamabad, Muhammad Sarfraz Virk, was present at the event alongside other senior traffic officials.
Following the launch, IGP Rizvi meticulously inspected the new digital licensing counters, providing essential directives for ongoing enhancements. He underscored that the initiative aims to conserve citizens” valuable time and elevate service provision.
Previously, applicants faced the burden of completing medical forms, attaching photographs, and compiling numerous documents. The updated procedure completely eliminates the need for such physical submissions.
Now, every phase, from health assessments to the final issuance of the driving permit, operates entirely digitally and without paper. Individuals only need their national identity card to complete the legal requirements and readily secure a driving permit from the local traffic department.
The IGP commended the efforts of CTO Virk and his team for expediting this significant undertaking within a tight timeframe, acknowledging their commendable performance.
He further announced plans to digitalise the licence fee collection system shortly, promising even greater public convenience.
IGP Rizvi affirmed that the capital”s law enforcement agency remains committed to implementing all possible measures to deliver modern, transparent, and accessible services to residents, with further innovative schemes anticipated.
This progressive step by the Islamabad Traffic Police signifies a crucial achievement in enhancing public service delivery through the adoption of advanced technological solutions.