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pakistan Updated 17 Oct 2026

Punjab introduces biometric verification for civil certificates

HarZaviya summary · from 2 outlets

Most outlets reported the introduction of a biometric verification system for birth, death, and marriage certificates in Punjab, noting the initiative's aim to curb fraud. Business Recorder provided additional context about the implementation at union councils, while ProPakistani framed the policy as a new mandatory requirement.

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  1. Punjab Introduces New Mandatory Requirement for Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates

    The Punjab government introduced a biometric verification system on Friday for the registration and issuance of birth, death, and marriage… Read More

  2. Business Recorder 82% identical

    Civil certificates at union councils: Punjab introduces biometric verification

    LAHORE: The Punjab government introduced a biometric verification system on Friday for the registration and issuance of birth, death, and marriage certificates at union councils. This initiative aims to curb fraudulent registrations and ensure transparency in the process. Punjab Local Government Minister Zeeshan Rafique inaugurated the new Civil Registration Management System (CRMS), which is p...

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