Over 600 government employees’ spouses found receiving BISP assistance in Matiari
- 25-Apr-2026
MATIARI: More than 600 government employees, through their spouses, have been found receiving financial assistance under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) in Matiari, Sindh, officials said on Saturday. According to officials, the District Accounts Office identified 607 employees from various government departments, including police, revenue, irrigation, health, and WAPDA, SCARP, whose spouses were benefiting […]
BISP increases Kafaalat stipend to Rs14,500
- 12-Mar-2026
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has announced an increase in the quarterly stipend under the Benazir Kafaalat Programme. Chairperson Rubina Khalid shared the update in a special video message, informing beneficiaries that the stipend has been raised from Rs13,500 to Rs14,500 starting from the current quarter. She urged beneficiaries to ensure they receive the […]
BISP launches dashboard for Nashonuma Programme
- 24-Feb-2026
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has launched a real-time digital dashboard for its flagship stunting prevention initiative, Benazir Nashonuma Programme. The dashboard was inaugurated by BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid, along with Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Syed Imran Ahmed Shah and Country Director of the World Food Programme Coco Ushiyama. […]
BISP announces stipend increase across various programs ahead of Ramadan
- 18-Feb-2026
ISLAMABAD: The internationally acclaimed Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has announced an increase in stipend amounts across its flagship programmes ahead of Ramadan, offering significant financial relief to 10 million beneficiary families across Pakistan. Chairperson of BISP, Senator Rubina Khalid disclosed that the Benazir Kafalat quarterly stipend will be raised from Rs. 13,500 to Rs. […]
IMF welcomes increase in BISP budget
- 14-Dec-2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed satisfaction over the increase in the budget of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and has also recommended a further enhancement in financial assistance under the Benazir Kafalat Programme in Pakistan. According to the IMF, the amount provided under the Benazir Kafalat Programme remains low when compared with […]
BISP chairperson responds to allegations against programme
- 02-Oct-2025
Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid has urged provincial governments to continue playing their positive role in further strengthening the initiative. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, she said the BISP is a transparent and digital programme and its credibility is acknowledged globally. She highlighted that the program is extremely efficient, […]
BISP to release final installment of 2025 – Check status
- 01-Oct-2025
KARACHI: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is set to release the final quarterly installment of Rs13,500 for the year 2025 under the Benazir Kafalat initiative, in October 2025. Launched in 2008, the Benazir Kafalat programme has grown into Pakistan’s largest unconditional cash transfer initiative, aiming to provide financial support to the country’s most vulnerable […]
Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman terms Benazir Income Support Programme a fraud
- 22-Sep-2025
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has strongly criticized the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), calling it a “complete fraud” that is used to benefit only political favorites, ARY News reported. Speaking to the media, Hafiz Naeem said that flood-hit areas should be declared calamity-affected and that the government must provide direct relief instead […]
BISP opens 10 million accounts in the fight against poverty
- 19-Sep-2025
ISLAMABAD: In the wake of lessening poverty, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has successfully opened ten million bank accounts for its beneficiaries, ARY News reported. According to the reports, these accounts are inactive at the moment and will be activated as soon as payments are set to be sent to beneficiaries. During a recent […]
Benazir Nashonuma Programme 2025 – Eligibility and Application Process
- 06-Sep-2025
KARACHI: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has launched the “Nashonuma” (Growth/Nurturing) Programme across Pakistan. The Benazir Nashonuma Programme aims to prevent stunting in children under two, improve maternal nutrition, reduce anaemia and micronutrient deficiencies, enhance awareness of maternal and child health, and increase the uptake of health and nutrition services. Organized by the World […]