Bilal Bin Saqib is no longer serving as Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on blockchain and crypto, as learned by TechX Pakistan through trusted sources. His name has been removed from the Cabinet Division’s online portal, signaling a silent exit. The update came without any formal statement, leaving many people curious about what prompted this sudden shift and why it appeared without public explanation.
Updated Listings Confirm His Removal from the Role
The Cabinet Division portal now shows no sign of Bilal under state ministers or advisers, clearly marking the end of his SAPM duties. However, this update has not yet appeared in the National Assembly records, creating some confusion. The mixed signals between platforms have made the situation unclear, and observers are waiting for official confirmation to understand the full picture behind the recent transition.
Documents Highlight His New Position at PVARA
Official documents obtained by TechX Pakistan confirm that Bilal has taken up a new role as Chairperson of the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority. The notification states he assumed this position on August 1, with earlier details suggesting he would hold ministerial status while serving. Yet current listings do not show this designation, adding another quiet twist to the evolving story of his changing responsibilities.
Conflicting Sources Add Uncertainty to the Matter
Some sources shared that Bilal’s ministerial status has been removed along with his SAPM position, while another source suggested he voluntarily resigned. According to the latter version, Bilal stepped down due to regulatory hurdles and has traveled to Dubai to attend a conference linked to his new role. These contrasting accounts have deepened the uncertainty, as no official explanation has been made public by the government.
Government Notices Leave Many Questions Unanswered
Earlier government notifications stated that the PVARA chairperson position carried the status of Minister of State. However, this detail does not appear in the latest online updates. TechX Pakistan has contacted relevant officials for comment, but no response has been issued. The silence around the matter has encouraged speculation, as people look for clues to understand the government’s approach to blockchain and crypto oversight.
Bilal’s Other Roles Also Draw Attention Now
Bilal had also been serving as Chief Advisor to Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and as CEO of the Crypto Council for the past nine months. With his departure from the SAPM role, it remains unclear whether he will continue in these positions. For now, his new leadership at PVARA marks the next chapter in his journey within Pakistan’s growing digital asset landscape.
