$330M Loan Agreement For BISP: Signed Between Pakistan & ADB
Here is the latest media report through the BISP official portal in which the new loan agreement has been signed for increasing the benefits of the Social Protection Program that is BISP so that they can expand the support in vulnerable areas and provide unconditional cash to all eligible people.

Through BISP, the program expands and strengthens Pakistan’s social protection services, building on an earlier ADB-funded project.
Expanding Pakistan’s Social Protection System Via BISP
ADB Country Director Emma Fan and Secretary of Economic Affairs Dr. Kazim Niaz signed the deal. A $330 million loan deal was inked by Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the Additional Financing of the Integrated Social Protection Development Program (ISPDP).
اے ڈی بی کی کنٹری ڈائریکٹر ایما فین اور سیکرٹری اقتصادی امور ڈاکٹر کاظم نیاز نے معاہدے پر دستخط کیے۔ انٹیگریٹڈ سوشل پروٹیکشن ڈویلپمنٹ پروگرام کی اضافی فنانسنگ کے لیے پاکستان اور ایشیائی ترقیاتی بینک کے درمیان 330 ملین ڈالر کے قرض کے معاہدے پر دستخط ہوئے۔ اقتصادی امور کے ڈویژن نے ہفتہ کو ایک پریس بیان میں کہا کہ یہ پروگرام بینظیر انکم سپورٹ پروگرام کے ذریعے پاکستان کی سماجی تحفظ کی خدمات کو مضبوط اور وسعت دینے کے لیے ADB کی مالی اعانت سے چلنے والے موجودہ منصوبے پر مبنی ہے۔
This program builds on an existing ADB-funded project to strengthen and expand Pakistan’s social security services through the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), the Economic Affairs Division said in a press statement on Saturday.
ADP-Funding To Support Social Protection Programs
During the MoU occasion it has been announced by the ADB party extended the aid services in Pakistan for its multiple schemes like the BISP Adolescent Girls Program and Nashonuma Program for supporting children and the lactating women.
Secretary of Economic Affairs stressed the significance of this additional funding, which comes from concessional lending, during her remarks at the signing. He claimed that it would promote access to healthcare and education, as well as strengthen institutional capacity, particularly for women, teenage girls, and children from low-income households. Additionally, he praised ADB for its continued assistance.
Major Step To Alleviate Poverty With $330 Loan Agreement
Emma Fan, the country director for ADB, underlined the Bank’s commitment to supporting Pakistan in fortifying its social safety nets during the event. According to her, this funding would help the program achieve its objectives of reducing poverty, promoting inclusive growth, enhancing skills, and providing disadvantaged populations with access to healthcare.
ADB Country Director Emma Fan stated, “The program has improved access to health services and nutrition supplies for women and adolescent girls, as well as increased access to primary and secondary education for children and adolescents from low-income families.”
BISP Kafalat New Payment Of Rs 13500
Benazir Income Support Program’s new budget has been increased by the government and they will soon launch their new increase payment structure for January, therefore the latest survey at BISP Tehsil offices is happening, you can check your CNIC Detail and view the fresh data report at their official web portal.
The Beneficiaries will receive Rs 13500 as a new Kafalat unconditional cash via the Benazir Income Support Program, therefore if you have not surveyed yet for the program then complete it now and register in the list of beneficiaries.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the $330 million loan agreement between Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank marks a significant step in expanding and strengthening the Benazir Income Support Programme. This additional funding aims to enhance social protection services, improve access to healthcare and education, and alleviate poverty across vulnerable communities.
By focusing on women, children, and adolescents, this initiative underscores a commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development in Pakistan.