PM Shehbaz Launches Rs20 billion Ramazan Relief Package to Provide Digital Support for 4 Million Families.
8070 Ramazan Package PM Shebaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan. On Saturday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a Rs20 billion Ramadan relief package aimed at assisting 4 million low-income families, or approximately 20 million people, just before the holy month begins.
The 8070 Ramazan Relief Package 2025 program will provide each family with Rs5,000 through digital wallets and offer subsidized food items to help alleviate their financial burdens. This year’s funding represents a significant 186% increase compared to last year’s Rs7 billion program.
Banks, mobile wallets, and Ehsaas Centers will help smooth the process and reduce corruption with manual systems.
The 8070 Ramazan Package
- Direct Cash Transfers:
- Eligible families will receive Rs5,000 via digital wallets or bank accounts.
- Subsidized essentials (flour, sugar, and pulses) will be sold at 600 government stalls, including sugar at Rs 130/kg.
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Families must be registered under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) or the Ehsaas programme.
- Applicants must possess a valid CNIC and not be receiving aid from any other schemes.
How to Apply for Ramazan Package
- Online: Complete the Punjab Social & Economic Registry (PSER) survey at pser.punjab.gov.pk.
- SMS: Send CNIC number to 8070 for instant eligibility checks.
- Funds will be disbursed via HBL, UBL, Bank Alfalah, Easypaisa, JazzCash, or Ehsaas Centers.
Payment Method of 8070 Ramazan Package
| Payment Method | Details |
| Ehsaas Program Centers | Individuals without bank accounts can obtain assistance from designated centers. |
| Mobile Wallets | You can get funds using EasyPaisa and JazzCash. |
| Bank Transfers | Payments will be sent to HBL, UBL, and Bank Alfalah accounts. |
| Union Council Offices | Final checks and collection of funds can be done at local government offices. |
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
This digital system makes everything clear and open. Last year, corruption caused a loss of Rs23 billion, but now, every rupee will go to those who genuinely need it. We are dedicated to ending long lines and poor management.
Rana Tanveer Hussain, Minister for Industries
After receiving the green light, we launched this package in just 20 days. Our teams worked hard to ensure that every family received the help they needed.
Amina Khan, Lahore Resident (BISP Recipient)
Registering via SMS was simple. This aid means I can buy essentials without borrowing money.
The Significance of the 8070 Ramazan Package
Pakistan’s inflation rate is currently at 23%, lower than the high of 38% in 2024, but it’s still putting pressure on families as Ramazan approaches. The new 8070 package addresses the issues that arose in previous relief efforts, where manually distributing aid led to problems such as leaks and overcrowded stores.
The Prime Minister has also mentioned plans to privatize the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) and shut down other money-losing organizations to reduce public waste.
Switching to digital methods aligns with Pakistan’s goal of increasing participation in the financial system, as the number of mobile wallet users has surged to 83 million since 2020.
Still, there are issues in rural areas, where 36% of the population lacks internet access, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.
- Anti-Corruption Measures: PM Shehbaz’s Rs 23 billion recovery marks a new attempt to combat corruption. The courts are focusing on Rs500 billion worth of unresolved embezzlement cases.
- Security Concerns: The Prime Minister strongly criticized the recent acts of terrorism, particularly the assault on Darul Uloom Haqqania, and called for cooperation among provinces to tackle these dangers.
- Social Solidarity: President Asif Zardari emphasized the importance of giving during Ramazan, saying, “This is a time to support those in need. We should make sure that everyone has enough to eat.”
The 8070 Ramazan Relief Package, which focuses on efficiency and inclusion, might pave the way for future welfare initiatives. Although the shift to digital solutions addresses previous issues, specialists call for improved internet access and targeted awareness efforts to connect with underprivileged groups.
