PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa KP government has introduced two financial assistance programs, the Roshan Mustaqbal Card and Sahara Card, aimed at supporting orphans and widows in the province. The programs were formally launched by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur during a ceremony at the Chief Minister House in Peshawar.
Under the Roshan Mustaqbal Card, orphans aged 5 to 16 will receive a monthly stipend of 10,000 rupees, increased from the initially planned 5,000 rupees. Priority will be given to children who have lost both parents. Approximately 9,000 orphans are expected to benefit from the initiative.
Similarly, the Sahara Card will provide widows aged 45 and above with a monthly stipend of 10,000 rupees, also doubled from the original amount of 5,000 rupees. The program is set to assist 15,000 widows across the province.
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Beneficiaries of both programs will receive funds through dedicated cards by the 5th of each month. The selection process will utilize an IT-based scoring system to ensure transparency and efficiency in identifying eligible applicants.
Speaking at the ceremony, Chief Minister Gandapur emphasized the government’s commitment to establishing a welfare state, a vision he attributed to the province’s leadership. “Taking care of the weaker sections of society is a fundamental principle of a welfare state,” he said. “We are working tirelessly to uplift the lives of the helpless under this vision.”
Gandapur praised those who prioritize the welfare of others, calling them “great people,” and reiterated that supporting deprived communities remains a top priority for his administration. He highlighted the government’s efforts to collect data on vulnerable populations, which has enabled the implementation of targeted welfare programs.
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The Chief Minister also announced that the Zakat fund had been doubled to assist more deserving individuals. Additionally, he revealed that data on special students in government educational institutions has been compiled, with plans to provide them with electric wheelchairs soon.
Gandapur urged wealthy citizens to support those in need, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. He emphasized that adhering to Islamic teachings on Zakat and charitable spending could significantly alleviate societal challenges.
The Chief Minister also called on residents to monitor development and welfare projects in their constituencies. “If people unite and oversee these initiatives, injustice can be prevented,” he said.
The Roshan Mustaqbal Card and Sahara Card programs mark the latest efforts by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government to address the needs of vulnerable populations and promote social welfare in the province.
