Department of Social Welfare and Baitul Mal Punjab has introduced a new program to help the disabled. This program started on the special instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on November 1, 2024. The main objective of this initiative is to register persons with disabilities, allowing them access to various government facilities and privileges. Through this program, people with disabilities will be able to get financial assistance and other benefits to help meet their basic needs. This program reflects the government’s commitment to enhance the quality of life of persons with disabilities and promote their independence.
Beneficial Consequences of Completing Registration
Registration through this program provides many essential benefits for persons with disabilities. Firstly, registered persons will get free travel facilities on government transport. The purpose of this benefit is to reduce the financial burden on people with disabilities, allowing them to move around more easily for daily activities. Another important benefit is access to special discounts at educational institutions and hospitals. These concessions are designed to help people with disabilities access quality education and medical care, supporting their health and educational development. Additionally, registrants will receive financial assistance through the Hamat Card, which provides funds to cover their basic expenses and help support their families.
Procedure to Complete Online Registration at Home
As I told you in the beginning of the article that the registration process of the disabled persons has officially started in the whole province by the Department of Social Welfare and Baitul Mal Punjab. So, if you also want to register yourself, now you can submit your application from home. Here, below, I am providing you the complete application submission procedure. This is free registration. You don’t have to pay anything for it. For online registration, you are advised to follow the steps given below.
- You first open the website through this link: https://benazirincomesupport.org/.
- After you open that website, you will find your registration form in front of you.
- Enter all your required details in the registration form including your name, your email, your ID card number, your birth certificate number, your mobile number etc.
- After entering all the required details correctly, finally, choose a strong password for your account.
And click on the register button that appears at the end of the form, and your registration process is complete. - If you face any kind of problem or need any kind of help just dial Punjab Government Helpline 1312. The helpline provides its services 24/7 hours and deals with providing guidance to disabled people.
Information Required for Registration
People with disabilities who can’t do their registration online just because they are illiterate or don’t have internet access Baitul-Mal Punjab has started registration to worry. On the special instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, such registration centers have been set up in the tehsil offices of Social Welfare Department and Baitul Mal Punjab for the convenience of such persons. Such persons face any problem while completing online registration, or they cannot complete their registration online automatically. So they can go to the nearest Tehsil Office Social Welfare and Baitul Mal to get their registry done.
Benefits for Financial Aid
This card allows eligible individuals to receive regular financial assistance to cover their basic expenses, helping them live more independently. With the funds received through Himat Card, persons with disabilities can better manage their personal and family needs without depending on others. The goal of this assistance is to empower people with disabilities to live more fulfilling lives and contribute to their families. The Hamat Card is an important element of the programme, which reflects the government’s commitment to building an inclusive society.
Conclusion
The launch of the registration process for persons with disabilities by Baitul-Mal Punjab is a significant development in the province’s efforts to support and empower persons with disabilities. By providing a user-friendly online registration system and establishing registration centers for those who require additional assistance, the Punjab government ensures that all eligible persons can access essential benefits and services. A range of benefits, including free transportation, educational and medical exemptions, and financial assistance through the Hamat Card, are designed to ease financial burdens and promote independence among people with disabilities. This inclusive approach reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life of persons with disabilities and promoting an inclusive society.