LAHORE – The Punjab government has formally launched Himmat Card, an initiative aimed at providing financial assistance and support to persons with disability.
The Department of Social Welfare has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Bank of Punjab in this regard.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif also witnessed the signing ceremony.
ATM Cards for Special Persons
The Bank of Punjab will issue ATM cards to 65,000 special individuals in two phases. In the first phase, 40,000 individuals will receive the Himmat Cards while in the second phase 25,000 more cards will be issued.
Himmat Card Quarterly Stipend Amount
Through the Himmat Card, each special person across Punjab will receive Rs10,500 every quarter. Previously, they were given Rs7,500 every quarter.
Himmat Card Payment Date
Payments through the Himmat Card will be started by September 15,2024.
Speaking on the occasion, CM Maryam Nawaz said it is the state’s responsibility to care for deserving special individuals and poor strata of the society.
