Last Updated on: 26th November 2024, 08:57 pm
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has started disbursing the latest quarterly payments for the phase of September to December 2024 in Sargodha. Around 180,000 beneficiaries in the district, including 73,000 registered women from Sargodha city, will get Rs 10,500 each.
Important Details About the BISP Payment
- Total no. of Beneficiaries: 180,000 in Sargodha district
- Women beneficiaries: 73,000 in Sargodha city
- Stipend amount: Rs 10,500 per person
- Payment Phase: September-December 2024
- Campsites: 14 sites in the district
Campsites in Sargodha District for BISP Program Payments
In order to simplify the payment process, BISP established 14 camps in the areas mentioned below:
- Sargodha city: 5 camps
- Sillanwali: 2 camps
- Sahiwal: 2 camps
- Kotmomin: 2 camps
- Bhera: 1 camp
- Shahpur: 1 camp
- Bhalwal: 1 camp
Women can get their Kafaalat payments by visiting their nearest campsite.
Improving BISP Payment Transparency
BISP is working in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to improve the payment process. SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed recently shared his plans to introduce a new banking system that will make transactions easier and more transparent. We discussed the initiative at a meeting with BISP leaders, with efficiency and simplicity for beneficiaries as the main focus.
Beneficiaries Facing the Challenges
While progress is evident in areas like Sargodha, challenges remain elsewhere, particularly in Balochistan. Concerns were raised at a Senate committee meeting suggesting a shortage of BISP agents and difficult conditions for beneficiaries. Officials indicated these issues and announced plans to introduce biometric systems to control problems like BISP card sales and ensure smoother processes.
Last Words
The payment disbursements in Sargodha show a clear promise to support poor people. Although challenges in other areas mention the need for further improvements, measures such as new payment systems and biometric solutions will address them effectively. BISP remains a cornerstone of poverty alleviation and provides essential assistance to eligible people.