PM directs collaboration on Rs20bn Ramadan Relief

March 11, 2025 (MLN): To enhance the effectiveness and outreach of the Rs20 billion Ramadan Relief Package, the relevant ministries must collaborate with the private sector, as directed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

While reviewing the monitoring mechanism of the Ramadan Relief Package at the National Telecommunication Corporation in Islamabad, he observed that only about 20% of the funds had been withdrawn from digital wallets, attributing this to a lack of awareness.

He urged deserving individuals to call 9999 for information regarding the digital wallets and their usage, as per the press release.

Emphasizing that the relief package is a right, not a favor, he highlighted that, for the first time, cash transfers of Rs5,000 are being provided to eligible families in a transparent manner.

This initiative allows beneficiaries to purchase essential items according to their needs and is expected to support four million families.

To further enhance the program, the Prime Minister directed relevant stakeholders to provide their inputs within a week to explore options for expanding the package’s scope.

Earlier, he received a comprehensive briefing on the monitoring mechanism of the relief package.

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