[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has rejected the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) proposal to deactivate mobile SIMs for individuals who haven’t filed their tax returns.
In a communication to the FBR, the PTA clarified that it isn’t obligated to implement such measures legally and that it doesn’t align with their regulatory framework.
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The PTA also highlighted the gender disparity in SIM registration, noting that only 27% are registered under women’s names, with the majority under male family members’ names.
Additionally, the PTA expressed concerns about the potential disruption to commercial and transactional activities that would result from blocking SIMs. Instead of compliance, the PTA has suggested an alternative approach.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
