PTA plans to launch DIRBS in Azad Jammu Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan on September 1, 2023, for device regulation. The aim of this system is to stop the use of smuggled and stolen phones in these regions.
PTA has revealed its plan to introduce DIRBS in GB and AJK on September 1, 2023, and has finalized preparations for implementation. PTA officials stated that the aim of launching this system in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan is to stop the use of smuggled and stolen phones. Citizens have received information about the status of their devices through SMS.
When asked, Spokesperson PTA said, “DIRBS is launched and the process for pairing devices is underway, after 1st September no phone will be registered unless FBR tax is paid. After pairing all available devices with their numbers, the registration process will start.
After the AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan Councils approved it, PTA officials adopted the DIRBS system and implemented it with the federal government.
People widely use smuggled and stolen phones in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. A large number of citizens from Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan used to insert SCO SIMs in unregistered mobile phones. Therefore, the stakeholders decided to integrate SCO with the DIRBS system, and the Federal Cabinet approved this integration.
Conclusion
Pakistan Telecom Authority’s DIRBS in AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan mark a major stride towards an advanced digital future through device registration. DIRBS will revolutionize these regions by actively combating counterfeit devices and improving mobile communication dynamics through its capabilities. Beyond enhancing user experiences and ensuring authenticity, this expansion also addresses connectivity disparities, bridging the digital gap in remote areas. The collaborative effort behind DIRBS implementation reflects Pakistan’s commitment to technology-driven progress and safer digital environments. DIRBS empowers AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan, fostering seamless communication, security, and digital growth, yielding lasting socioeconomic progress and connectivity benefits.
