ISLAMABAD: National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) Chairman Tariq Malik has resigned from his position, citing “Politically charged and polarised environment” as reason for his decision.

Malik presented his resignation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during meeting at Prime Minister’s House. During meeting, PM Shehbaz acknowledged services of Malik and expressed hope that he would continue to play his role in country’s progress and prosperity in future. In his letter Malik cited, “I find it increasingly difficult to work in charged and polarised political environment.”

He said it is difficult for any professional to maintain his integrity and independence in an environment that constantly pigeon-holes people in an “Us versus them” logic and where political loyalty is privileged over competence. He urged prime minister not to appoint serving or retired bureaucrat to post of NADRA Chairman.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 14 2023

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