A major on-ground rollout has begun. Authorities have started delivering and handing over Nigehban Cards to verified families so they can receive Rs. 10,000 in support during Ramadan. If you are already found eligible, your card may be at your doorstep or waiting at a notified collection point.
This phase turns the policy into real help: verified beneficiaries, biometric checks, and withdrawals through formal banking channels. Missing your verification or collection window could delay access, so keep your phone active and documents ready.
What’s happening right now
| Item | Update |
|---|---|
| Distribution status | Ongoing in multiple districts |
| Assistance amount | Rs. 10,000 per family |
| Target coverage | 4.2 million+ families |
| Delivery modes | Doorstep teams + collection centers |
| Eligibility check | Send CNIC to 8070 |
Districts reporting active distribution
Field reports indicate activity in:
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Lahore Division – Lahore City, Raiwind, Shalimar
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Rawalpindi Division – Rawalpindi, Gujar Khan, Taxila, Murree
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Faisalabad Division – Faisalabad, Jaranwala, Samundri
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Multan Division – Multan, Shujabad, Jalalpur Pirwala
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Others include Bahawalpur, Sargodha, Sialkot, Gujranwala.
Local timings can differ by Union Council. Announcements are usually made via SMS, mosque/community notices, or local administration updates.
How you will receive the card
1) Door-to-door delivery
Teams visit the registered address and match CNIC details before handing over the card.
2) Collection centers
You may receive an SMS telling you to collect from a nearby site, commonly:
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Bank of Punjab branch or agent
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Tehsil/District offices
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Temporary government camps or schools
First step: confirm you are selected
Use the official short code.
Send: your 13-digit CNIC → 8070 sms service
You’ll get a reply about selection. Some people then receive a second message with place and time.
For detailed records, beneficiaries registered in the provincial database can also check status through Punjab Socio‑Economic Registry.
What to bring when receiving the card
Keep these with you to avoid return visits:
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Original CNIC of the head of household
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Registered mobile number (for OTP if required)
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Any prior registration proof (if available)
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Address support in case of mismatch
After you get the card: how money is accessed
Most cards arrive active. If activation is needed, staff will guide you.
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Set a 4-digit PIN.
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Withdraw via any ATM on the 1-Link network or at authorized agents.
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Some areas also allow POS purchases at approved grocery merchants.
If something goes wrong
Didn’t receive despite eligibility?
Contact your tehsil administration or call the provincial helpline listed in your SMS.
Activation failed?
Visit a nearby branch/agent with your CNIC.
Data mistake in registry?
Submit a correction through the registry support desk or Union Council.
Card lost or damaged?
Report immediately to block it and apply for a replacement.
Deadlines to remember
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Collection windows are usually limited (often about 30 days from notification).
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Withdraw funds before the Eid timeline announced in your message.
Safety warning during distribution
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No official will ask for your PIN.
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Never share OTPs on calls.
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Registration and verification are free.
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Report anyone demanding money.
The launch of physical distribution under the Ramzan Nigehban Package means relief is moving from lists to hands. Keep your CNIC ready, check via 8070, and follow only official instructions so you can receive support smoothly and on time.
