The Balochistan Assembly has passed a resolution to make DNA tests mandatory for the issuance of national ID cards in Pakistan.
According to ARY News, the resolution – seeking DNA test mandatory for the issuance of a Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) – was tabled by Parliamentary Secretary Bushra Rand.
The resolution was introduced by Balochistan Awami Party’s during the session presided by acting Speaker Sardar Babar Khan Musakhail.
It was adopted unanimously, with members agreeing that the resolution will help ensure strict security in the country.