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DATE: July 3, 2024
Lahore, Pakistan
Empowering Women through Skills Development
In a significant move towards poverty alleviation and women’s empowerment, Rubina Khalid, Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), announced the expansion of the program and the launch of the Wasila Rozgar initiative. This new program aims to provide skills training to women, enhancing their job prospects and contributing to the economic growth of Pakistan.
Wasila Rozgar Program: A New Initiative for Women’s Empowerment
The program aims to train women in various skills, including vocational training, entrepreneurship, and leadership development.
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Enhancing Transparency and Integrity in Payment Distribution
To ensure transparency and integrity in payment distribution, BISP employs biometric verification for fund disbursement.
Biometric Verification for Secure Fund Disbursement
This secure system ensures that funds reach the intended beneficiaries, excluding any middlemen or fraudulent activities.
A Step Forward in Poverty Alleviation and Women’s Empowerment
The expansion of BISP and the launch of the Wasila Rozgar program are significant steps forward in the government’s efforts to alleviate poverty and promote women’s empowerment.
BISP: A Testament to Benazir Bhutto’s Vision
The Benazir Income Support Program is a testament to the vision of the late Benazir Bhutto, who conceptualized the program during her time in exile. Despite attempts to rename the program, it has retained its original name and legacy.
Currently, BISP supports 9.5 million families, a testament to the vision of the late Benazir Bhutto, who conceptualized the program during her time in exile. Despite attempts to rename the program, it has retained its original name and legacy.
In response to complaints about commission charges, Khalid announced plans to partner with six additional banks, building on the program’s existing partnership with one bank.
The dedicated message center for the program is 8171, and any other numbers are not affiliated.
For further details pleaae visit official Website: Benazir Income Support Programme