The Ehsaas Program 2023-24 is one of Pakistan's largest social welfare programs aimed at providing financial assistance, social protection, and access to basic services to those who are most in need. The program was launched in 2019 and is the brainchild of Dr. Sania Nishtar, the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety.
The program's name "Ehsaas" means empathy in Urdu, and it is based on the principle of inclusivity and equity. The program is designed to provide support to all those who are in need, regardless of their gender, age, religion, or ethnicity. The program aims to reduce poverty, increase financial inclusion, and improve social welfare in the country.
One of the key initiatives of the Ehsaas Program is the cash transfer program, which provides monthly cash payments to eligible households. The program is designed to help the poorest families meet their basic needs, such as food, shelter, and healthcare. The amount of the cash transfer varies depending on the size of the household and their income level.
Under the Ehsaas Program, the government has also introduced the Kafaalat program, which provides financial assistance to women who are widowed, divorced, or have no male family member to support them. The program provides a monthly stipend to eligible women, which helps them meet their basic needs and provides them with financial independence.
- Ehsaas Kafaalat Program
- Ehsaas Emergency Cash Program
- Ehsaas Langar Program
- Ehsaas Sehat Insaf Card Program
- Ehsaas Nashonuma Program
Another key initiative of the Ehsaas Program is the Waseela-e-Taleem program, which provides financial assistance to families to send their children to school. The program provides cash transfers to families on the condition that they enroll their children in school and ensure regular attendance. The program aims to increase enrollment and reduce dropout rates, particularly among girls.
The Ehsaas Program also includes several other initiatives aimed at improving social welfare, such as the Sehat Insaf Card program, which provides free healthcare to those who are most in need. The program provides financial assistance to eligible families, which allows them to access healthcare services without having to worry about the cost.
The program also includes initiatives aimed at providing support to the elderly, disabled, and orphaned children. The Ehsaas Program provides financial assistance to eligible individuals, which helps them meet their basic needs and improves their quality of life.
The Ehsaas Program has made a significant impact on the lives of millions of people across Pakistan. According to the government, the program has provided financial assistance to over 14 million families, which has helped to reduce poverty and increase financial inclusion in the country.
The program has also been successful in increasing enrollment and reducing dropout rates among children. The Waseela-e-Taleem program has provided financial assistance to over 2.2 million families, which has helped to increase enrollment and reduce dropout rates, particularly among girls.
The Ehsaas Program has also been successful in providing support to the elderly, disabled, and orphaned children. The program has provided financial assistance to over 2.8 million individuals, which has helped to improve their quality of life and provide them with the support they need.
