In a significant development to improve service accessibility and empower women across Pakistan, Senator Rubina Khalid, Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), inaugurated the BISP Tehsil Office in Bhera on Monday. This expansion is part of BISP’s wider effort to ensure transparent financial aid disbursement, streamlined registration, and economic empowerment of low-income families.
The event attended by PPP Secretary Information Nadeem Afzal Gondal Chan, several party leaders, and local BISP beneficiaries, especially women.
BISP Payments 2025: Ensuring Transparency and Dignity
During her speech, Senator Rubina Khalid highlighted that BISP is now serving over 10 million families across Pakistan, offering uninterrupted and transparent cash transfers through verified channels. She reaffirmed that all BISP beneficiaries receive official communication via the 8171 SMS service, and any message from another number should considered fraudulent.
She emphasized that corruption and irregularities in BISP payments will not tolerated, and any complaints will dealt with firmly. This ensures beneficiaries receive their entitled quarterly payments in a dignified and secure manner.
Free BISP Registration Open: Survey Process Simplified
Senator Rubina Khalid clarified that BISP registration is completely free, and no individual or agent is authorized to charge applicants. To register, the following documents are required:
- Valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Children’s B-Form
- Latest electricity bill
- Active mobile phone number
Beneficiaries can now complete the BISP dynamic survey at the newly established Tehsil Office Bhera, saving time and travel costs for local residents.
BISP 8171 Portal & SMS:
The Chairperson warned the public to only trust messages sent from the official BISP number 8171 and avoid responding to calls or messages from unknown sources. The BISP 8171 portal and helpline remain the primary sources for payment tracking, registration verification, and complaints.
Benazir Hunarmand Programme: Skill-Based Economic Empowerment
In line with Shaheed Benazir Bhutto’s vision, Senator Rubina Khalid introduced the Benazir Hunarmand Programme, focusing on technical training and skill development for youth and women. This initiative aims to make families economically independent and reduce long-term dependency on aid.
“Skill is your asset,” she quoted, reinforcing the importance of professional development under this program.
BISP Nashonuma & Taleemi Wazaif: Investing in Health and Education
The Chairperson also emphasized the ongoing success of:
- Benazir Nashonuma Programme: Offers financial support and nutrition to pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children under two years old to fight malnutrition and stunting.
- Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Programme: Provides monthly stipends to school-going children, encouraging at least 70% attendance, with additional incentives for female students to promote girls’ education in Pakistan.
With enhanced transparency in BISP payment disbursement, free and accessible registration, and the rollout of new programs like Benazir Hunarmand, the Benazir Income Support Programme continues to empower millions of women and families across Pakistan.
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