Last Updated on: 6th August 2024, 02:53 am
In an announcement made by Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Chairperson Rubina Khalid, the number of beneficiaries will increase from 93 lakh to 1 crore. This change will enable more eligible people to participate in the Benazir Kafaalat programme.
Khalid mentioned that the children of the beneficiaries will also receive free vocational training through BISP initiatives, which will help improve their poverty scores and enable other qualified women to register for the 10,500 payment.
New beneficiaries were registered across Pakistan in August
In his recent interview in Peshawar, Khalid informed that BISP will start accepting more candidates for the programme from August next year. In line with the party’s vision, the programme aims to increase enrolments so that more families can receive monthly benefits.
Priority will be given to women living below the poverty line and those whose status has improved will be replaced by new eligible candidates. This approach ensures that BISP continues its mission of supporting only needy families.
Latest updates about BISP registration
Information from the BISP portal suggests that new enrollments will begin in August. Current beneficiaries will receive payments for the April-June fees while no new enrollments are currently being processed. Individuals visiting BISP Tehsil offices mainly update their information or correct survey errors.
If you apply for the program in August, your enrollment will be in September or November. The first payment is expected to be made in January 2025.
Also Read: Rubina Khalid’s Surprise Visit to the Peshawar Tehsil Office
Why are you withdrawing from the BISP program
Several factors can lead to enrolled women being disqualified from the BISP program:
- An increase in an eligible woman’s poverty or PMT score will result in her no longer receiving payments.
- Fraudulent activities or submission of incorrect information can lead to disqualification.
- Filing a CNIC-related tax return can lead to withdrawal.
- Also, participating in payment deductions can lead to immediate disqualification.
These are the main reasons that can lead to cancellation of registration. It is important to check your status through your CNIC and report any discrepancies.
Also Read: The last day to receive BISP April-June payments is Friday, August 9, 2024
Eligibility Requirements for the Benazir Kafalat Scheme in August
To apply for the Benazir Kafalat Scheme in August, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be of Pakistani nationality.
- Be in need of financial support and be at least 18 years of age.
- The families must include a candidate with a valid ID.
- The female candidate must be a single, divorced, or widowed woman with no male relatives.
- Families with members with physical or mental disabilities are eligible.
- The poverty score must be below 30.
Also Read: Why are you not getting payment from BISP Latest Update
Last Words
The expansion of the BISP program to 1 crore beneficiaries represents an important step forward in supporting vulnerable families across Pakistan. This initiative not only extends financial support but also provides free vocational training opportunities to the children of the beneficiaries with the aim of improving their socio-economic conditions.