Benazir Hari Card Distribution Begins for Farmers in Qambar Shahdadkot District
The Agriculture Department has announced the commencement of the Benazir Hari Card distribution program for farmers in the Mirokhan and Sijawal Junejo talukas. The first batch of 500 cards has arrived and is ready for collection at the designated Sindh Bank branch in Mirokhan.
This initiative is a significant step by the government to provide dedicated support to the local farming community (Haris). The program will be rolled out in phases, ensuring a smooth and organized distribution process for all eligible beneficiaries.
Phased Distribution Plan
According to the Agriculture Department in Mirokhan, a total of approximately 3,500 Hari Cards are slated for distribution across the two talukas. The distribution will proceed as follows:
Initial Batch: The first batch of 500 cards is now available.
Ongoing Issuance: A new batch of 500 cards will be issued every 15 days until the total number of registered farmers have received their cards.
How to Collect Your Hari Card
The process for collecting the Hari Card is simple and is managed through an official SMS notification system. Farmers must follow these steps:
Wait for the Official SMS: Farmers will be notified that their card is ready for collection via an official text message from the shortcode 8987. It is crucial to note that this is the only official number for notifications.
Visit the Designated Bank: Once you receive the SMS, you must visit the Sindh Bank, Mirokhan Branch, to collect your card.
Collection Timings: As indicated in the notification messages, the collection window is typically during banking hours, for example, from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Activate Your Account: After receiving your card, you will need to activate your account as instructed to begin using the benefits associated with the program.
Example Notification Message
The official SMS from 8987 will read as follows:
“Dear Customer, your Benazir Hari Card is available at the relevant Mirokhan branch of Sindh Bank in district Qambar Shahdadkot. Please collect your card on the specified date [e.g., 28-09-2025] between 10:30 AM and 4:30 PM and activate your account.”
All eligible farmers are advised to wait for their official SMS notification before visiting the bank. This phased approach ensures that the process remains efficient and prevents overcrowding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How will I know when my Hari Card is ready for collection?
A1: You will receive an official SMS notification from the number 8987 on your registered mobile number. Do not trust messages from any other number.
Q2: Where do I need to go to collect my card?
A2: You must go to the Sindh Bank branch located in Mirokhan.
Q3: What should I do if I haven’t received an SMS yet?
A3: If you have not received a message, it means your card has not yet arrived in the current batch. Please wait for the next phase of distribution. A new batch of 500 cards will be issued every 15 days.
Q4: How many cards are being issued in total?
A4: The program aims to distribute approximately 3,500 cards in total for the Mirokhan and Sijawal Junejo talukas. The distribution is being done in batches of 500.
