Easypaisa Account
Recently, a wave of misinformation has swept across social media in Pakistan, causing confusion among users of the popular online payment application, Easypaisa.
Many users have come across a graphic circulating on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) that claims the State Bank of Pakistan has issued new instructions stating that Easypaisa accounts will be shut down if users do not link their cell phone numbers to their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) numbers.
This rumor gained traction on September 30 when a post warned Easypaisa account holders that failure to register their account and mobile number under the same CNIC would lead to account blockages by September 30, 2024.
The post quickly garnered over 12,000 views and 60 reports, spreading panic among users who rely on the service for their financial transactions.
However, these claims have been categorically debunked. Khurram Zia Khan, the group director of media relations at Nutshell Communications Private Limited, which manages public relations for Easypaisa, confirmed over the phone that the allegations are “completely fake.”
He emphasized that there are no current directives from the central bank regarding the blocking of accounts based on CNIC registration.
Easypaisa further addressed the situation by releasing an official statement refuting the claims. In their message, the company reassured users, stating, “We are aware of certain rumors circulating on social media and other platforms regarding Easypaisa account closures or service disruptions. We want to assure you that these claims are entirely false.”
This clarification was disseminated on Easypaisa’s official accounts on X and Facebook on the same day as the initial rumors surfaced.
In addition, Noor Ahmad, a spokesperson for the State Bank of Pakistan that no such policy directions regarding branchless banking have been issued by the bank.
The bank maintains a transparent approach, and the requirements for opening a branchless banking account, including transaction limits and necessary documentation, are available on the State Bank’s official website.
The misinformation highlights the importance of verifying claims before sharing them, especially when it comes to financial services that many people rely on for their daily transactions.
In an age where social media can rapidly disseminate both accurate information and falsehoods, it is crucial for users to remain vigilant and informed.
The swift responses from both Easypaisa and the State Bank of Pakistan serve as a reminder that misinformation can create unnecessary panic and confusion, and that consumers should always seek out official sources for confirmation.
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