Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a Rs20 billion Ramadan relief package on March 1, 2025, aimed at assisting 4 million deserving families across Pakistan. The initiative is expected to benefit approximately 20 million people, providing financial aid and subsidized essentials during the holy month of Ramadan.
Key Features of the Ramadan Relief Package 2025
1. Rs5,000 Financial Assistance
Each eligible family will receive Rs5,000 via digital wallets, ensuring transparent and swift delivery.
2. Subsidized Sugar at Rs130 per kg
To ease the burden of inflation, the government has set up 600 sugar stalls at the tehsil level, offering sugar at Rs130 per kilogram.
3. Nationwide Coverage
The relief package will be distributed across all provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, ensuring equitable access for all registered beneficiaries.
4. Distribution Timeline
The relief disbursement will take place within the first 10 days of Ramadan 2025, ensuring timely support for fasting families.
Who is Eligible for the Ramadan Relief Package?
The package is specifically designed for deserving families already registered under government welfare programs like:
- Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)
- National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) data records
Families already benefiting from poverty alleviation programs are likely to be prioritized.
How to Avail the Ramadan Package?
1. Check Eligibility
- Verify if your family is registered with BISP or NADRA as a deserving household.
- Contact your local tehsil office or call the BISP helpline (0800-26477) for confirmation.
2. Set Up a Digital Wallet
- The Rs5,000 cash relief will be transferred via Easypaisa, JazzCash, or any bank-supported digital wallet.
- Ensure your CNIC is linked to an active digital wallet to receive the funds.
- If you don’t have a digital wallet, visit an Easypaisa/JazzCash agent or your bank to set one up.
3. Receive the Cash Relief
- Once verified, the government will transfer Rs5,000 directly to your digital wallet.
- No need to visit offices—funds will be automatically credited within the first 10 days of Ramadan.
- Keep your registered mobile number active to receive transaction alerts.
4. Get Subsidized Sugar at Rs130/kg
- Visit one of the 600 designated sugar stalls at the tehsil level.
- Bring your CNIC for verification at the stall.
- Check with your local tehsil administration for stall locations and timings.
Government’s Commitment to Ramadan Relief
This historic Rs20 billion initiative reflects the government’s commitment to supporting vulnerable families during Ramadan 2025. The collaboration between the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), NADRA, and technology firms ensures efficient and transparent disbursement of funds.
For further details, visit your nearest BISP office or call the helpline at 0800-26477.
