PESHAWAR – Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi officially inaugurated the Digital License Management System under the Department of Transport. Furthermore, this initiative translates the vision of digitalization into a practical reality for the province.
The new system automates the entire driving license issuance process to enhance public convenience and ensure strict merit.
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Modernizing Public Service Delivery
First, the chief minister characterized this launch as a significant milestone in the provincial government’s reform agenda. Specifically, the administration continues to introduce reforms in e-governance, online service delivery, and digital payments to provide modern facilities. Moreover, officials shared impressive statistics from the pilot phase during the briefing:
- Issuance Volume: Notably, the department has already issued 19,966 learner permits and 2,212 permanent driving licenses.
- Revenue Generation: Also, the pilot phase successfully generated 50 million PKR in revenue for the provincial government.
- Remote Access: Indeed, citizens can now apply for licenses from home using the “Dastak” app or the dedicated web portal.
- AI Integration: Specifically, the system features artificial intelligence-based facial recognition and QR code verification.
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Enhanced Features and Transparency
In addition, the Digital License Management System KP incorporates several high-tech security and administrative features. Specifically, the platform utilizes online medical certificates and a centralized database to ensure record accuracy. Notably, the following features streamline the user experience:
- Cashless Payments: Moreover, users can pay fees through various digital platforms.
- Pre-Scheduling: Also, the system allows citizens to schedule medical and driving tests in advance.
- E-License Access: Finally, the digital platform provides instant access to e-driving licenses.
Strict Policy Enforcement
The provincial government established a centralized database to ensure timely availability of records and more effective verification. Specifically, the integration with the Dastak platform makes services and immigration-related verification more efficient. In conclusion, authorities maintain strict adherence to the 45-day learner period policy to ensure regional road safety.
