PITB’s Flagship Project E-Stamping Crosses RS 60 Billion Proceeds: Dr. Umar Saif
Soha Chaoudhary Published February 14, 2018 | 11:27 PM
Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) & Board of Revenue’s Joint flagship e-Stamping project has touched all time high figure of Rs. 60 billion i.e. Rs. 60,519, 903,846/= till today, which is an unprecedented contribution towards the national economy through automation of the process.
LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Feb, 2018) : Punjab Information Technology board (PITB) & Board of Revenue’s Joint flagship e-Stamping project has touched all time high figure of Rs.
60 billion i.e. Rs. 60,519, 903,846/= till today, which is an unprecedented contribution towards the national economy through automation of the process. Dr. Umar Saif founding Vice Chancellor of Information Technology University and Chairman PITB said while reviewing the performance of e-Stamping project here today. Total e-Stamp papers (Judicial – non judicial) that have been issued through this system are 23, 32,545 out of which 21, 45,384 are non-judicial and 1, 87,161 are judicial e-Stamp papers. Dr.
Umar Saif, said that the project which has replaced 117 years old Stamp paper system introduced in 1899 in the Sub Continent during the British colonial rule and brought historic change through technology in the province of the Punjab by ensuring transparency and raised record proceeds through a citizen friendly system and eliminating the fiscal drainage and malpractices of the past.
The outstanding achievement of this project was a proof of trust and confidence reposed by the people through acceptance of the automated service, equally beneficial for the masses, the government and the country at large, he added. He directed the PITB officials to speed up the process to ensure timely launch of eStamp papers less than worth of Rs.
1000/-, which in volume stands to 5 % of the whole activity. PITB’s e-Stamping team has conducting refresher trainings for Sub Registrars and Revenue Officials in all over the Punjab with an aim to tackle counterfeiting and verification of duties using e-Stamping System, the meeting was informed. eStamping system has saved the common citizen from fraud, forgery, agent mafia, long queues in the treasury office and the banks as the duration of receiving Stamp papers has been reduced from three days to fifteen minutes, which is now operative in the 36 districts and 144 tehsils of the Punjab Province.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Punjab CM inaugurates Pakistan’s first Virtual Women Police Station
Dutch model Donny Roelvink embraces Islam
Experts raise concerns over introduction of 10-stick packs
Iranian president arrives in Karachi
Law Minister expresses Govt's resolve to address issue of missing persons
Rizwan’s batting order may be changed: Sources
Nawaz Sharif to visit Guangzhou exhibition in China
FM Dar not traveling to China: Foreign Office
PM takes notice of deliberate delay in tax cases
Iranian President visits Allama Iqbal’s mausoleum
Iranian President arrives in Lahore today
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 23 April 2024
More Stories From Technology
-
Punjab CM inaugurates Pakistan’s first Virtual Women Police Station
4 hours ago -
Pro Tips: How to Capture Stunning Portraits with the Aura Light Portrait of vivo V30 5G
1 day ago -
Itel celebrates launch of S24—a new brand identity
2 days ago -
Realme C53 Price Slash: High-Tech Meets High Style at New Low Price!
3 days ago -
Take Charge, Live Free: Empower Your Life with Infinix NOTE 40 Series
5 days ago -
PTA Undertakes Consultation with All Pakistan Network Association (APNA) on Proposed Class Value Add ..
5 days ago
-
Vivo V30 5G: The Perfect Blend of Enhanced Photography and Premium Design
6 days ago -
PITB's Regional Plan 9 invites applications for its newly launched incubation centers in Rawalpindi, ..
8 days ago -
Pakistan calls for enhanced information integrity on digital platforms
8 days ago -
Infinix NOTE 40 Series vs. the Competition: Why It Stands Out
8 days ago -
"Unlock Exceptional Value: The New realme Note 50 with Extended Warranty Now Available in Pakistan!� ..
9 days ago -
Google unveils new AI chips, arm-based processor for data centers
14 days ago