Workshop on role of E-governance held

Islamabad: National Council of Social Welfare (NCSW) organised a one-day training workshop titled 'The Role of E-Governance in the Social & Economic Development of Pakistani Society,' says a press release.

NCSW Chairman Dr. Nadeem Shafiq Malik chaired the workshop, while Moosa Raza Effendi, CEO, E-Governance Academy, Islamabad, was the chief guest. Representatives of civil society, NGOs, students, other stakeholders and large number of youth attended the training workshop.

On the occasion, NCSW chairman said that Pakistan is stepping towards E-Governance like developed countries. The present Federal Government has given high priority to promote E-Governance and these steps are promoting a positive social change in society, which is the sign of progressive society of Pakistan. M/o, Information & Technology have replaced the E-Governance system with old file system in many Federal Ministries/ Divisions in the public interest. Due to which not only government's performance has improved but also build up the public confidence on the government. Now far-flung areas people can also easily connect with government institutions through internet. As the advanced information technology has developed, Pakistani people's lives are becoming better socially and economically, especially providing better opportunities to young generation and also they are getting full advantage of it.

National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) has full expertise of using modern technology due to which recognizing high position in the world. Using their expertise, we can make CNIC and passports at home and these modern facilities are being providing throughout the country.