By giving low-income families and vulnerable groups financial support, the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is an essential part of Pakistan’s social safety net.
BISP is expected to get Rs 716 billion in the national budget for the next fiscal year.
A 20% increase in BISP budget allocation is suggested for the upcoming fiscal year in order to improve the program’s impact and address growing inflation and socioeconomic issues.
Increased beneficiary coverage, better stipend levels, and increased fund distribution clarity will all be made possible by this increase.
Essential elements of the proposal:
More money transfers:
The scheme would increase the monthly cash transfer amount by Rs 1,000 beginning in January 2026.