Prime Minister Ramadan Relief Package to be Launched Today.
The Prime Minister’s Ramadan Relief Package 2024, valued at Rs 7.5 billion, will be launched today through the Utility Stores Corporation (USC). The initiative aims to provide subsidized prices on 19 essential food items during the holy month, including flour, ghee, edible oil, sugar, pulse gram, white gram, besan, dates, rice, tea, spices, milk, and beverages. The USC ensures sufficient stock of all items throughout Ramadan.
Targeted subsidies are available for individuals registered with the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) under the PMT-60 category, covering around 200 million low-income families. BISP beneficiaries receive discounted prices on various items, and specific quantities are allocated for certain products.
Deserving individuals not registered with BISP can contact regional offices or designated Utility Stores to avail the package. Additionally, the USC offers special discounts on over 1,000 items for all customers.
USC outlets will remain open throughout Ramadan, and a monitoring cell and vigilance teams ensure transparency and address public concerns. For complaints, the helpline number is 0800-05590.
