Punjab Starts Major Relief Initiative for 1.25m Families
— April 30, 2025
LAHORE (AIA) The Punjab government has formally launched the Ration Card Programme worth Rs40 billion to support low-income families.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated the initiative at a ceremony held in Lahore.
Speaking at the event, she said the long-awaited dream of providing essential support to labourers is being realised through this programme.
Maryam Nawaz announced that 1.25 million deserving families will receive ration cards under the scheme. She added that registered workers will be given monthly assistance of Rs30,000 starting from June 1.
The chief minister stressed that labourers are the pride of the nation and play a vital role in the country’s development.