The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has commenced providing Rs 10,500 to needy families for January-March 2024 as part of the Kafaalat program. Established in 2008, this program stands as a crucial initiative of BISP, serving as Pakistan’s largest cash aid program. Its primary objective is to provide financial assistance to families in need, with a particular focus on women, to alleviate financial strains resulting from factors like economic slowdown, food shortages, and soaring prices.
BISP’s Latest Quarterly Payment Release of 10,500
As reported by newsnotify.pk, BISP has initiated the distribution of Rs 10,500 every three months from January to March 2024, covering all four provinces, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. This financial aid aims to alleviate financial pressures on families, particularly during the significant month of Ramadan in 2024.
How to Receive Your Benazir Kafaalat Cash Stipend
Eligible women chosen as beneficiaries will receive a text message from 8171. Upon receiving the message, they must visit the nearest HBL / BAFL POS / shop in their area with their original ID card to receive the first payment. Their fingerprint will be verified to ensure identity. Subsequent payments can be obtained from ATMs as well as shops or retailers.
BISP (Benazir Income Support Program) Helpline
For easy access to BISP assistance, individuals can use WhatsApp. Each region has its designated WhatsApp number for inquiries:
- Sindh: 0301-8472836 or 0302-8240958
- South Punjab-I: 0318-472831
- South Punjab-II: 0317-5370095
- Central Punjab: 0302-8240972
- North Punjab: 0302-8240977
- Balochistan: 0318-5761507
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 0317-5370081
- Azad Jammu and Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan: 0315-5213394
Remember, BISP only communicates through the number 8171. Individuals should exercise caution and avoid trusting messages from any other number to prevent falling victim to scams or misinformation.
Conclusion
BISP is playing a vital role in assisting poor families in Pakistan by providing them with Rs 10,500 each. With over 9.3 million families benefiting from this program, BISP demonstrates a strong commitment to poverty reduction and supporting those in need. Through robust systems and support mechanisms, BISP ensures that aid reaches the intended recipients, thereby contributing to the overall growth and development of the country.
