Benazir Income Support Program: Cash Help for Low-Income Families

The Benazir Income Support Programme has been implemented in all provinces of Pakistan. The program also operates in the federally administered regions of Pakistan.BISP provides cash payments for emergency relief efforts. These payments are similar to the payments received by low-income families, but are distributed to families affected by terrorism, war, and natural disasters such as earthquakes.

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بے نظیر انکم سپورٹ پروگرام پاکستان کے تمام صوبوں میں نافذ کیا گیا ہے۔ یہ پروگرام پاکستان کے وفاق کے زیر انتظام علاقوں میں بھی کام کرتا ہے۔ BISP ہنگامی امدادی کوششوں کے لیے نقد ادائیگیاں فراہم کرتا ہے۔ یہ ادائیگیاں کم آمدنی والے خاندانوں کو موصول ہونے والی ادائیگیوں سے ملتی جلتی ہیں، لیکن دہشت گردی، جنگ اور قدرتی آفات جیسے زلزلوں سے متاثرہ خاندانوں میں تقسیم کی جاتی ہیں۔

Eligibilty Criteria for BISP

You must be identified as a poor or low-income household.
Your score must be less than 32.
Have a valid CNIC in your name
Widows, orphans, and disabled persons are given priority
Transgender persons registered with NADRA can also apply

Required Documents for BISP

CNIC: Valid ID of the main applicant, usually a woman.
Family Information: List of family members with age and relationship.
Proof of Financial Condition: Any document showing low income or poverty (if available).
Contact Details: Mobile number or address for communication and cash transfers.

How to Apply for BISP

1. Online:

Visit the official BISP website.
Fill in your family and CNIC details.
Submit the form and wait for confirmation from BISP.

2. Offline:

Go to your nearest BISP office.
Give your CNIC and family information to the staff.
Staff will check your eligibility criteria and register you.

3. Via SMS:

Send your CNIC number to the BISP designated SMS code.
You will receive a confirmation message about your registration.
Wait for verification before receiving cash support.

Impact of BISP

BISP helps poor families buy food and pay for daily needs.
Most of the money goes to women, so they can take care of their homes and children.
It helps families pay for their children’s school fees.
Families can afford basic health care and other small expenses more easily.
Overall, it helps millions of people live a better life and reduces poverty in Pakistan.

Conclusion

BISP helps women look after their homes and children. It helps families buy food, pay for school, and take care of small health needs. The program also supports people during emergencies like floods or earthquakes.

FAQs

What documents are needed for BISP?

CNIC, family details, proof of financial condition, and contact info are needed.

How can I apply for BISP?

You can apply by going to a BISP office, using the BISP website.

Who can apply for BISP?

Poor families can apply. Women, widows, orphans, and disabled people are given priority.