Last Updated on: 6th April 2024, 06:35 am
The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is Pakistan’s largest social security initiative, providing financial assistance to poor people. It offers various programs administered by the government to support poor families. Recent developments include increased assistance amounts for the Benazir Kafaalat and Benazir Taleemi Wazaif programs, particularly benefiting women.
Benazir Kafaalat Quarterly Payment Update:
The government of Pakistan has increased financial assistance for eligible women in the Kafaalat program to address inflation and poverty. Quarterly payments have been raised to Rs 10,500, aiming to enhance financial resilience and ease economic challenges. Beneficiaries of the Benazir Kafaalat Program will also receive the increased installment for the period from April to June, with emphasis on securing payment receipts and online verification.
BISP Taleemi Wazaif New Update for Quarterly Payment:
The Benazir Kafaalat Program sees increased support, paralleled by enhancements in educational scholarships for children of beneficiaries of the Taleemi Wazaif program. Scholarships have been raised for primary, secondary, and higher secondary students, with primary school girls now receiving Rs 2,500, and secondary and higher secondary students receiving Rs 3,500 and Rs 4,500 respectively. Moreover, an additional bonus of Rs 3,000 is introduced for girl students upon completing primary education.
Benazir Kafalat Registration For BISP Stipend:
Women interested in accessing financial assistance via the Kafalat program must register, which involves visiting the nearest Benazir Income Support Program office and undergoing the NSER survey. Eligibility is determined by the PMT score, with a score of 32 or below qualifying for the program. Requirements include a valid ID card and a registered mobile number in the applicant’s name.
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Final Thoughts:
The blog post discusses recent increases in stipend amounts offered by BISP, focusing on revisions in the Benazir Kafalat Program and the Education Scholarship Program. It also provides details on the registration process for the sponsorship program, aiming to benefit readers. Readers are encouraged to ask questions or seek clarification in the comments section.