The Papua New Guinea Civil and Identity Registry (PNGCIR) has initiated DASH 23 OPS, an intensive 23-day operation aimed at completing Birth and National Identification (NID) registrations across the National Capital. Running from 1 to 23 December 2025, the campaign deployed teams to 84 mobile service points in Moresby North-East, North-West, and South, ensuring that essential identity services reach communities directly and reduce reliance on traditional office queues.

Throughout this period, residents could register for new documents, check the status of pending applications, and confirm whether their names appear on the collection lists. This large-scale initiative underscores the government’s commitment to empowering citizens with legal identity, a prerequisite for accessing banking, travel, and employment opportunities. Residents were strongly encouraged to visit their nearest community site to secure their legal identity.

The project substantially reduced average registration times while revealing operational challenges specific to urban environments. These insights enabled PNGCIR to identify and prioritize targeted improvements necessary for successful project completion.