Islamabad, Feb 1: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced a comprehensive Ramazan relief package, providing Rs. 10,000 in financial assistance to 5,000 families in each provincial constituency. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on low-income households during the holy month.
Strict Market Monitoring and Anti-Hoarding Measures
To ensure fair pricing and prevent hoarding, a special monitoring cell will be established within the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. This cell will keep a close watch on market trends, ensuring that essential commodities remain affordable for all citizens.
Government’s Commitment to Public Welfare
Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, during the 22nd Cabinet meeting, emphasized the importance of grassroots engagement. He directed provincial ministers to actively interact with the public and prevent exploitation during Ramazan. Additionally, MPAs have been instructed to collaborate in identifying eligible families for financial aid, ensuring the package reaches those who need it most.
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Major Health Sector Upgrades
The cabinet approved significant advancements in the health sector, including:
- Enhancements to the IRNUM PET-CT/Cyclotron Project to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities.
- Expansion of the ‘D-Talk and Insulin for Life’ initiative, funded by a $5 million foreign grant, benefiting 85,789 diabetic patients across 22 districts through 26 insulin centers. This initiative ensures free insulin and medication for registered patients.
Air Ambulance for Emergency Medical Services
A major development in the province’s emergency response system is the approval of a proposal to convert the government’s MI-17 helicopter into an air ambulance. With Rs. 150 million allocated for modifications, Rescue 1122 will manage its operations, ensuring swift medical assistance, particularly in remote areas.
Economic and Trade Facilitation
To strengthen humanitarian efforts and international trade relations, the cabinet approved:
- Exemptions for humanitarian cargo managed by the World Food Program.
- Reduction of the infrastructure development cess on transit trade with Afghanistan, bringing it down to one percent of the goods’ value.
This well-rounded relief package demonstrates the government’s commitment to public welfare, ensuring financial aid, healthcare improvements, and economic stability during Ramazan. By implementing stringent market regulations and expanding essential services, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is taking significant steps to support its citizens during this sacred month.
