Senator Rubina Khalid says quarterly stipend under Benazir Kafaalat program for deserving women increased from Rs10,500 to Rs13,500
NOWSHERA, Jan 09 (SABAH): Chairperson Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid has announced that the quarterly stipend under the Benazir Kafaalat program for deserving women has been increased from Rs. 10,500 to Rs. 13,500. She described this as a New Year’s gift from BISP to registered families, aimed at providing maximum support during challenging times.
During her visit to the BISP Tehsil Office in Pabbi, Nowshera District, Senator Rubina Khalid spoke to media representatives and highlighted that BISP’s registration process has become more dynamic. She urged eligible individuals to visit their nearest BISP Tehsil Office to register, emphasizing that an original National Identity Card, Form B, and children’s school details are mandatory for registration. She told media that health and education services are being provided through the Benazir Nashonuma and Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Programs.
The Chairperson announced the upcoming launch of the Benazir Hunar Mand Program in year 2025, which aims to provide technical skills and training to the beneficiaries. She referenced the legacy of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, who created job opportunities abroad for Pakistani laborers by issuing passports. “Even today, there is a growing demand for skilled workers worldwide,” she said, adding that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto once said , “Skill is your asset, which no one can take away from you.”
Senator Rubina Khalid stated that BISP’s New Year’s resolution is to focus on equipping beneficiaries with technical skills & ensuring their employability therefore enabling them to support their families and contribute to the country’s development. “By learning valuable skills, BISP beneficiaries can not only uplift their families but also become a national asset,” she said. She expressed gratitude to the President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif for their leadership and support in increasing BISP annual budget.
Earlier, during her visit, Senator Rubina Khalid met & interacted with deserving women at the BISP Tehsil Office, listened to their concerns, and instructed relevant authorities to address their issues on priority basis. She emphasized that the program aims to ensure that beneficiaries receive their stipends with dignity and without any deductions.