ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued a caution to the public against unauthorized use of its name, logo, trademarks, and other official identity marks.
The authority said using these assets without written permission is illegal and could lead to legal action.
In a social media post, the X (formerly known as Twitter) account for NADRA explained that the ban applies to all types of media.
This includes print, electronic, digital, and social media platforms. It also cautioned against anyone or companies using NADRA’s identity as their own.
Violations are in violation of Sections 482 to 486 of the Pakistan Penal Code 1860 and also the Trade Marks Ordinance 2001, the authority said. A maximum of three years’ imprisonment and/or a fine may be imposed on offenders.
NADRA also noted particular penalties for infringement of rights in respect of trademarks. A maximum of one year of imprisonment can be imposed for the use of a false trademark.
At the same time, counterfeiting trademarks is punishable by up to two years, and false marking is punishable up to six months.
In addition, citizens were advised to check with any organization or individual before doing business with them if they claimed to be affiliated with NADRA.
It explicitly cautioned against creating Facebook pages and other social media accounts under its name or similar names without permission.
