Nadra Launches Cutting-Edge AFIS for Civil Purposes,Nadra, a premier biometric identification technology provider, has achieved a significant milestone with the launch of its Automated Finger Identification System (AFIS) for civil purposes.

Branded as “Nadir”, Nadra has indigenously developed and incorporated this state-of-the-art AFIS into its suite of technology solutions, solidifying its position as a global leader in advanced identity management solutions.

Groundbreaking Development for Nation Building

Speaking on the occasion, Nadra Chairman Tariq Malik highlighted the importance of innovation in building not only organizations or governments but also countries. He emphasized that the indigenous development of AFIS is a groundbreaking development not only in the field of civil identification but also in the pursuit of nation-building.

With its advanced technology, Nadir can now accurately and quickly store fingerprints and identify individuals for a wide range of purposes as a public good, from immigration to border control to social services.

Revolutionizing Biometric Identification Technology

The indigenous development of AFIS technology represents a major advancement in the field of biometrics. It utilizes the unique characteristics of fingerprints to establish a robust and reliable method of identity verification. Based on the Fingerprint Verification Competition (FVC), an internationally acclaimed benchmarking conducted in Italy, Nadir has achieved an impressive accuracy rate exceeding 99.5%.

Moreover, Nadir is poised to revolutionize the way biometric identification is used in various civil applications. According to a statement by Nadra, "Nadir with its sophisticated capabilities is poised to revolutionize the way biometric identification is used in various civil applications."

Joining the League of Nations with Indigenous AFIS Technology

The global market of biometric identification technology is mostly dominated by providers from developed countries like the USA, UK, Russia, Japan, France, Germany, and others. With Nadir's development, Pakistan has joined the League of Nations that have developed their indigenous AFIS technology.

The product is now set to be offered in the international market to help countries improve civil identification, border control, and e-governance.

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