Govt Extends Super App Deadline After Weak Response from Tech Firms

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ISLAMABAD

Pakistan’s government has extended the deadline for its flagship digital super app project after receiving a lukewarm response from technology companies, raising concerns over industry participation in a key digital initiative.

Officials said the Ministry of Information Technology has given firms more time to submit proposals for the development of the National Unified Super App, a platform aimed at integrating multiple government services into a single mobile application.

The project is part of a broader push to digitize public services, allowing citizens to access facilities such as document verification, licensing, and other government services through one unified platform.

However, the limited initial interest from tech firms has highlighted potential challenges, including the scale of the project, investment requirements, and execution complexity.

Industry observers say stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors will be crucial for the success of such large-scale digital initiatives.

Despite the slow response, officials remain optimistic that the extended deadline will encourage greater participation, as the government continues to advance its vision of a more connected and digitally enabled Pakistan.