5000 Ramadan Relief Package 2025 – Key Highlights
Overview
- Announced by: PM Shahbaz Sharif
- Total Budget: PKR 20 Billion
- Beneficiaries: 4 million households (~20 million individuals)
- Relief Amount: PKR 5000 per household
- Distribution Mode: Digital Wallets (No physical visits required)
Purpose
- Support underprivileged families during Ramadan 2025
- Ensure quick, transparent, and convenient financial aid through digital channels
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be registered with BISP or other government welfare programs
- Belong to a low-income household
- Have a valid CNIC
- Have a registered mobile number linked to a digital wallet
- Women and elderly from deserving households are given priority
Implementation Partners
- State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) – Handles digital fund transfers
- NADRA – Verifies beneficiary information
- BISP – Manages registration and aid distribution
- Other Welfare Departments – Conduct outreach and awareness campaigns
How to Check & Receive Aid
- Visit the official BISP website or call the helpline
- Wait for a confirmation SMS from the government
- Access funds through your digital wallet or partner banks
- Use the amount for essential Ramadan expenses
Economic Benefits
- Increases purchasing power of low-income families
- Stimulates local markets and small businesses
- Promotes economic growth during Ramadan
Conclusion
The Ramadan Relief Package 2025 is a digitally-driven initiative that promotes dignity, ease, and accountability in distributing aid. It highlights the government’s focus on leveraging technology to support those most in nee