President Zardari Advocates Expansion of Benazir Income Support Program to Aid More Poor Families

Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari met with Rubina Khalid, the Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), to discuss the future of the welfare initiative aimed at assisting Pakistan’s impoverished population. During the meeting, the President emphasized the need to broaden the program’s reach to include more underprivileged segments of society.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Chairperson Rubina Khalid briefed President Zardari extensively on the current operations and impact of the BISP. In response, President Zardari expressed his desire to expand the program, ensuring that a greater number of poor families can benefit from its services. He also commended the efforts of the BISP team for their dedication to serving the nation’s most deserving people.

This push for expansion aligns with the government’s agenda to enhance social safety nets and reduce poverty across the country. The BISP, since its inception, has been a cornerstone in Pakistan’s social welfare strategies, providing financial assistance to millions of low-income families through various schemes.

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