The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has undergone significant changes under the leadership of its new chairperson, Rubina Khalid. These changes aim to extend relief to more deserving women and poor families across Pakistan. Here are the key updates introduced in May:
1. Benazir Money Transfer and Payments:
- Families and households undergoing status checks will have their money transferred to their Benazir Kafaalat accounts.
- Payments can be received starting from Monday.
- Despite ongoing status checks, money will not be withheld. Payments will be added to their bank accounts starting in July.
2. Inclusion of More Families:
- Rubina Khalid, the new BISP chairperson, aims to include more deserving families in the program.
- After a meeting with Ali Zardari and Bilawal Bhutto, it was decided to extend relief to more poor people.
- Children’s stipends for eligible families are also being added to their accounts.
3. Ration Red Program:
- Targeted subsidies are being provided under the Ration Red program.
- Eligible families can receive up to Rs. 1000 from the government, payable in three installments of Rs. 12000 throughout the year.
4. Eligibility Criteria:
- Families with members who have traveled abroad or have maintained a mobile phone balance exceeding Rs. 1000 were disqualified.
- Disqualified individuals may still be eligible by filing a complaint at their nearest BISP office.
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Changes in Eligibility Criteria:
- During the tenure of Sania Nishtar, government employees were considered eligible for the program.
- However, under the leadership of Shadi Amri, government employees were disqualified.
- Employees of the Punjab government and their immediate family members are not eligible for the program.
Can disqualified individuals still apply for BISP?
Yes, disqualified individuals can file a complaint at their nearest BISP office for reconsideration.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Ration Red program?
Eligible families must not have members who have traveled abroad or maintained a mobile phone balance exceeding Rs. 1000.
Application Update
An application is currently being developed to facilitate the application process. Further details regarding the application link or code will be provided in the coming days or months.
Conclusion
The BISP under the leadership of Rubina Khalid is committed to extending relief to more deserving families across Pakistan. With these recent changes, the program aims to provide financial assistance to those who need it the most. Stay updated for further developments regarding the application process and eligibility criteria.