IslamabadNational

BISP Distributes Over Rs. 19 Billion Via PM’s Flood Relief Cash Program

Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) has distributed over Rs. 19 billion through the Prime Minister’s (PM) Flood Relief Cash Program to affected families since August 19 to September 5, 2022.

Benazir Income Support Program, BISP, PM Flood Relief Cash Program, Flood Relief Cash Program
BISP Distributes Over Rs. 19 Billion Via PM’s Flood Relief Cash Program

According to the details, the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) has served 789,631 flood affected families by providing Rs. 25,000 through the Prime Minister’s (PM) Flood Relief Cash Program, which is a total of Rs. 19.74 billion.

The floods in Pakistan have affected 33 million people and killed at least 1,314, including 458 children as per the data provided by the Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

The floods have followed record-breaking summer temperatures and the government and the United Nations have both blamed climate change for the extreme weather and the devastation it has brought.

It is pertinent to mention that Ehsaas Program has been reverted back to Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) under the chairmanship of Shazia Marri, while Punjab is starting its own Ehsaas Program under the chairmanship of Former Assistant to Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Security, Dr Sania Nishtar.

Read more: Punjab to Launch Ehsaas Cash & Rashan Program Soon.

Follow INCPAK on Facebook / Twitter Instagram for updates.

Ali Gulrez

I am a passionate and experienced news content writer with a keen eye for detail and a knack for writing engaging and informative articles. I have a proven track record of producing high-quality content that meets the needs of my audience. I am skilled in researching, writing, and editing a variety of news stories, including breaking news, feature stories, and opinion pieces. I am also a well-versed in SEO and keyword optimization, and I am always up-to-date on the latest trends in digital journalism.

Related Articles

Back to top button