Ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, the Ehsaas Rashan Riayat program is expanding rapidly, particularly in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Islamabad. Currently, over 10,000 transactions are processed daily, with Ehsaas payments increasing steadily. Senator Dr. Sania Nishtar, Special Assistant to the Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Security, highlighted that as Ramadan approaches, the Ramzan Package is prepared to cater to the needs of deserving families. Additional Kiryana stores are being added daily to facilitate this initiative.
Check Eligibility through 8171
Families eligible for the Ehsaas Rashan Riayat program will be notified through code 8171. This grant serves as a crucial support for deserving families, with beneficiaries able to shop for essential items for the upcoming Ramadan. Those who haven’t yet availed of the Rashan Riayat benefit can still utilize the subsidy received in January and March, amounting to up to Rs. 3,000.
Ramzan Package Amount of Subsidy in 2024
The scheme entails a 30 percent monthly subsidy on the purchase of three essential products: flour, cooking oil, and legumes. A total of 106 billion Rupees will be distributed to 20 million eligible families, benefiting approximately 130 million people.
8171 Ramazan Package
The Ehsaas 8171 SMS service is now open for families wishing to register for the Ehsaas Rashan Riayat program. Households with an income less than Rs. 50,000 can register by sending their CNIC number to 8171. Additionally, the Ehsaas Rashan Portal provides a list of Kiryana stores participating in the program.
List of Ramazan Package
- Atta (Flour): Rs. 400/- per 10 kg
- Sugar (Cheeni): Rs. 70/- per kg
- Ghee: Rs. 300/- per kg
- Masala or Spices: Rs. 10 subsidy
- Drinks or juices: Rs. 30 subsidy
- Dates or Khajoor: Rs. 50 subsidy
- Basin: Rs. 50 subsidy
- Rice or Chawal: Rs. 25 subsidy
- Cooking Oil: Rs. 25 subsidy
- Pulses or Dalain: Rs. 20 subsidy
- Tea or Chae: Rs. 100 subsidy
- Milk or Doodh: Rs. 30 subsidy
Steps for the Qualification Procedure
To qualify for a subsidy under the 5566 Prime Ramzan Assistance Scheme or 5566 Ehsaas Rashan Scheme:
- Present an original and valid CNIC for a registered household.
- Be a part of the BISP Benazir Income Support Programme.
- Enroll in the 5566 Punjab Ehsaas Rashan program by sending an SMS to 5566 with a valid CNIC.
- Retain electronic invoices of purchased goods.
- Ensure product quality inspection by PSQCA.
Conclusion
The 5566 Ehsaas Program Ramzan Package, specifically the Punjab Ehsaas Rashan Riayat Program, is a government initiative in Pakistan. It provides Rs. 4500 monthly to support needy families, helping them better care for their families. This ration is provided to those meeting eligibility criteria, ensuring access to essential supplies. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can receive this ration free of cost.