PESHAWAR – The distribution of financial assistance through the Ramazan relief package began today (Wednesday) in Peshawar, according to official documents.
Financial Support for Families
Each eligible family will receive Rs12,500 as part of the initiative. The provincial government has allocated Rs13 billion for the program, and the Finance Department has released these funds to the Social Welfare Department.
The distribution will capture place across all 35 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Oversight of the process at the district level has been assigned to Deputy Commissioners, District Social Welfare Officers, and Additional Deputy Commissioners.
Who is Eligible?
The relief package prioritizes vulnerable populations, including orphans, widows, persons with disabilities, and temporarily homeless individuals. Government figures indicate that Peshawar will see the largest number of beneficiaries, with 108,500 individuals receiving assistance.
Other areas with significant numbers of recipients include Swat (67,500 people), Mardan (60,486 people), and Charsadda (more than 40,000 people).
Eligible individuals will be notified via mobile phone message and can collect the package from designated shops.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total amount allocated for the Ramazan relief package?
The provincial government has allocated Rs13 billion for the initiative.
How many districts will benefit from the Ramazan relief package?
The package will be distributed across 35 districts of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
How will eligible individuals be informed about receiving assistance?
Eligible individuals will receive a notification via mobile phone message.
As the distribution begins, it remains to be seen how efficiently the funds will reach those in require and whether the program will be expanded or adjusted in future years.
