Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched the 8070 Ramadan Relief Package 2025, offering Rs10,000 cash assistance and ration subsidies to 4 million low-income families in Pakistan. Learn who is eligible and how to apply for the 8070 Ramzan package.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Announces 8070 Ramadan Relief Package Pakistan 2025
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched the 8070 Ramadan Relief Package 2025, a Rs 20 billion initiative aimed at supporting low-income families across Pakistan during the holy month of Ramzan. The program will benefit 4 million eligible families through direct cash assistance of Rs 10,000 and subsidies on essential food items.
Two-Tier Relief Initiative
The 8070 Ramadan Relief Package 2025 comprises two key components:
1. Cash Assistance
Eligible families will receive Rs 10,000 as direct financial aid to help cover household expenses during Ramadan.
2. Ration Subsidy
Subsidies will be provided on essential food items, including:
- Flour
- Sugar
- Pulses
- Ghee
- Rice
This initiative aims to replace the long queues at Utility Stores by introducing a digital distribution system for relief disbursement.
Eligibility Criteria for the 8070 Ramadan Relief Package
To qualify for the Ramzan Relief Package, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be registered under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) or the Ehsaas Programme.
- Not be receiving financial aid from any other government relief program.
- Possess a valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).
Registration Process for the 8070 Ramadan Package
Eligible individuals can apply through the official PSER portal by entering their CNIC and mobile phone number and completing the registration form.
Alternatively, applicants can send their CNIC number via SMS to 8070 to check eligibility and receive further instructions.
Disbursement of Funds
To ensure a smooth distribution process, the government has introduced multiple channels for fund disbursement:
1. Bank Transfers
Funds will be directly transferred to beneficiaries’ accounts in:
- HBL
- UBL
- Bank Alfalah
2. Mobile Wallets
Eligible individuals can receive their payments through Easypaisa and JazzCash.
3. Ehsaas Program Centers
People without bank accounts can collect their aid from designated Ehsaas Centers.
4. Union Council Offices
Final verification and fund collection will be available at local government offices.
Government’s Call for Early Registration
The government has urged all eligible families to complete their registration as soon as possible to avoid delays. With the registration deadline approaching, early enrolment is encouraged to ensure timely disbursement of funds.
Prime Minister’s Official Statement
During the launch of the Ramadan Relief Package, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated:
“The 8070 Ramadan Relief Package is designed to ease the financial burden on struggling families and ensure they have access to essential food supplies during Ramzan.”
How to Get More Information?
For further details, individuals can visit the official 8070 web portal or send their CNIC number to 8070 for quick eligibility verification.
Additional Government Support
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also announced that this year, four million families (approximately 20 million people) will receive Rs 5,000 per household via digital wallets.
He also highlighted that inflation during Ramadan 2025 is comparatively lower than in previous years, thanks to government subsidies. The Rs 20 billion allocated for this package will significantly benefit millions of Pakistani households.
