Punjab Continues Rs3,000 Monthly Ration Subsidy for Registered Workers

LAHORE: The Punjab government is continuing to provide a monthly ration subsidy of Rs3,000 to registered workers across the province under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s Ration Card Programme, benefiting more than 1.2 million labourers and workers.

The programme aims to provide financial relief to low-income workers facing rising inflation and help them purchase essential food items.

According to government information, Rs3,000 is transferred every month to the accounts of eligible and registered workers before the 15th of each month under the Maryam Nawaz Ration Card Programme.

The Punjab government has allocated billions of rupees for the initiative to ensure regular financial assistance to deserving working-class families.

The programme is being implemented through the Punjab Employees Social Security Institution (PESSI), with workers registered under the Punjab Social Security system primarily eligible for the subsidy.

The records of eligible beneficiaries are obtained through employers and social security registrations.

Citizens seeking information about the Ration Card Programme and registration can also obtain guidance through the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) online portal, Union Council offices and e-Khidmat centres.

According to the Punjab government, the initiative is aimed at reducing the financial burden of inflation on the working class and facilitating their families in meeting essential household needs.

For further information, citizens can visit the official Punjab Ration Card Programme portal.