Pakistan Digital Authority

Pakistan Digital Authority
Agency overview
Formed2025
JurisdictionGovernment of Pakistan
Headquarters
  • Islamabad, Pakistan
Parent agency
Government of Pakistan
Key document
  • Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025

The Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) is a statutory body established by the Government of Pakistan under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025 to modernise and develop the foundations of a digital economy.

History

The Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025 was enacted on 29 January 2025 with immediate effect. It established the Pakistan Digital Authority as a corporate body, with the ability to enter contracts, hold property, and engage in legal proceedings.

Governance

On August 19, 2025, the Prime Minister appointed Dr. Sohail Munir as the authority's chairperson, and Dr Muhammad J. Sear as one of the two members.

The National Digital Commission, chaired by the Prime Minister, and an Oversight Committee, led by the Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunications, monitor the performance of the PDA and provide strategic direction.

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Ali, Umaid (20 August 2025). "Government establishes Pakistan Digital Authority to implement 'digital master plan'". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 Ali, Kalbe (21 August 2025). "Govt staffs new Digital Authority to transform services". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  3. 1 2 "Govt forms committee to appoint chairperson, members for Pakistan Digital Authority". Profit by Pakistan Today. 27 June 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.