KARACHI – A relief for Benazir Income Support Programme beneficiaries as quarterly stipend are set to increase by Rs.3,000, to Rs13,500, starting January 2025.
Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid announced the development at a press briefing held at the BISP office in GB. She revealed that the program aims to support 1Crore families by the end of this year.
Senator highlighted ongoing efforts to register new families and to re-certify existing ones through Dynamic Registration Centers to reassess their socio-economic conditions.
In another key update, the government announced to transfer Benazir Income Support funds directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, a step taken in line with directives from President Asif Ali Zardari and in consultation with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The new initiative aims to make fund access more convenient, transparent, and respectful. The government officials emphasise zero tolerance for any deductions from stipends or mistreatment of beneficiaries.
To address complaints, a modern call center with a helpline (0800-26477) has been established while Mobile Registration Vans will be in field for better services.
Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) in Pakistan aids millions in Pakistan as program provides financial assistance to low-income households to help reduce poverty and improve living conditions.
