Residents of Chaman Face Severe Difficulties in Obtaining CNIC Tokens, Forced to Wait Overnight Outside NADRA Office

Chaman, Pakistan:Citizens in Chaman are enduring significant hardships in obtaining National Identity Card (CNIC) tokens outside the NADRA office, with many individuals left with no choice but to wait overnight in hopes of getting a token. According to sources, hundreds of people visit the NADRA office daily to get tokens for their CNICs, but due to a limited number of tokens and alleged inefficiencies in staff operations, many residents are left disappointed and return without getting the service they need.

One citizen shared that he arrived at the NADRA office late at night, hoping to receive a token as soon as the staff arrived in the early morning. However, despite his efforts, he was ignored in favor of individuals using personal connections due to the prevalent “sifarish” (recommendation) culture.

The citizens expressed frustration over the situation, emphasizing that a National Identity Card is a constitutional and fundamental right of every citizen. They described spending nights on the streets just to get a token as deeply disappointing. This practice not only causes immense discomfort to the general public but also raises serious questions about NADRA’s efficiency and commitment to serving the people fairly.

Citizens have urged the senior NADRA authorities and the Deputy Commissioner of Chaman to take immediate notice of the situation. They have called for the introduction of a transparent, fair, and effective system to ensure that the process of obtaining CNICs is made easier, more dignified, and accessible for the general public.

**Key Points:**
– Chaman residents forced to wait overnight outside NADRA office for CNIC tokens.
– Limited tokens and alleged inefficiency of staff contributing to public frustration.
– “Sifarish culture” giving priority to individuals with connections, ignoring common citizens.
– Citizens demand immediate action to ensure a fair and transparent CNIC issuance process.