National ID System Glitch Hits 16 Agencies, Leaves Thousands Stranded

Thousands of people in Nepal are facing difficulties in obtaining essential services due to a technical glitch in the National ID Management Information System (NIDMIS). The system, which is used to verify the national ID numbers of citizens, has been experiencing problems, leaving many stranded.

The issue has affected not only the Department of Passport, but also 15 other agencies, including the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security, and the Nepal Rastra Bank. These agencies rely on the NIDMIS to verify the national ID numbers of citizens before providing services.

At the Department of Passport, hundreds of people have been waiting in line for days to obtain their passports. Many have complained about the long wait and the lack of information about the status of their applications. The department has been unable to verify the national ID numbers of applicants due to the glitch, resulting in a backlog of applications.

The problem has been ongoing for several days, with many people taking to social media to express their frustration. The Department of National ID and Registration has acknowledged the issue and has apologized for the inconvenience caused. However, it has yet to provide a solution to the problem.

This is not the first time that the NIDMIS has experienced technical difficulties. In the past, similar glitches have caused disruptions to services, resulting in widespread frustration among citizens. The government has been criticized for its inability to resolve the issue, with many calling for a more reliable and efficient system.

The Department of National ID and Registration has promised to resolve the issue as soon as possible and has assured citizens that it is working to improve the system. However, until then, many people will continue to face difficulties in accessing essential services.