The Ehsaas Ration Program has been established to assist underprivileged individuals in obtaining essential food items. This initiative, known as 8171, is specifically designed for those in need who are struggling to afford basic groceries for their households. The program, administered by the Benazir Income Support Program, aims to provide subsidized rations to deserving recipients and will soon commence its registration process.
Budget Allocation
The Benazir Income Support Program has allocated a substantial budget of Rs 35 billion for the Ehsaas Ration Program. This financial commitment is intended to offer targeted subsidies on staple items such as sugar, rice, and ghee to beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program.
Previous Launch and Revival
The program was initially launched by the Punjab government, offering eligible individuals Rs. 2,000 worth of rations. During Ramadan, deserving recipients were provided with 30 kg of flour. The program is now being reinstated with a dedicated budget, and online registration will soon be available.
Latest Update as of September 2023
Additionally, you have the option to register for the Benazir Income Support Program.
Eligibility Verification
Determining your eligibility for this ration program is a straightforward process:
- Send your national identity card number to the designated code created by Ehsaas Ration.
- Alternatively, text your national identity card number to 8123. You will promptly receive confirmation of your eligibility, and if eligible, you will receive a discount on your ration entitlement.
How to Obtain Rations
Acquiring your monthly rations through this program is convenient:
- Visit your nearest utility store with your national identity card.
- Your eligibility will be assessed at the store.
- If eligible, you will enjoy a 20% discount on your monthly ration purchases, including items like flour, pulses, sugar, ghee, and rice.
Eligibility Criteria
This program exclusively serves impoverished and deserving individuals, and eligibility criteria have been established accordingly:
- Beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program.
- Senior citizens aged sixty and above.
- Widows are also eligible for this ration program.
Ehsaas Ration Update 2023
Shazia Marri, Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program, has announced an increase in subsidies under the new budget. In Punjab, eligible individuals can now receive up to a 40% subsidy, amounting to Rs 4,500, on various essential items, including pulses, ghee, and wheat. This government subsidy is aimed at providing further relief to the public.
Online Registration
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: What is the budget allocation for the Benazir Income Support Program in 2023?
A1: The Benazir Income Support Program has allocated Rs 35 billion for the Ehsaas Ration Program in the 2023 budget.
Q2: What discount does the Ehsaas program offer on rations?
A2: Eligible families can receive up to a 40% discount on rations through the Ehsaas subsidized utility store and CSD network as part of the Ehsaas Ration Program.
BISP Basic Information Required
| Information | Details |
| Contact Number | 0800-26477, 051-9246326 |
| Address | Benazir Income Support Program, Block F, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Registration Document Required | CNIC, B-Forms, Mobile No, Gas/Electricity Bill, Home Rent Agreement if Available. |