Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the Punjab government has initiated the Nigehban Ramadan Package, aimed at extending support during the holy month of Ramadan. This program is tailored to cater to the needs of every household, offering free Punjab Ehsaas Rashan Riayat and subsidies at utility stores.
Registration for the Nigehban Ramadan Package is now available online. Families already enlisted in the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) with a Poverty Means Test (PMT) score below 32 will automatically qualify for this assistance.
For new registrations, an online portal has been established under the Nigehban Free Ita Scheme. The registration process involves visiting the official website and accurately filling out the registration form with details such as name, contact number, national identity card number, and other required information.
Applicants will undergo verification and eligibility checks based on criteria outlined in the Caretaker Relief Package. Those meeting the following conditions will be considered eligible:
- Poverty score below 30 percent
- Living below the poverty line with income less than 60 thousand rupees
- No international travel history or passport generation
- No vehicle registered in the applicant’s name
Once verified and deemed eligible, applicants will receive a free Ehsaas Rashan Riayat and three bags of 10 kg flour from utility stores.
However, certain conditions disqualify individuals from applying for the Nigehban Ramadan Package, including:
- Income exceeding 60 thousand rupees
- Vehicle registered under the applicant’s name
- Poverty score exceeding 30 percent
- Ownership of registered land
- Performance of Hajj or Umrah
For those meeting the eligibility criteria, the online application process provides an accessible avenue to avail of the Nigehban Ramadan Package, ensuring assistance reaches those in need during this sacred time.
