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BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid holds substantive meeting with Chief Secretary Sindh Syed Asif Hyder Shah

Karachi: In a meeting held at the Chief Secretary's Office in Karachi, BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Chief Secretary Sindh, Syed Asif Hyder Shah, to strengthen collaboration and enhance the efficacy of the Benazir Income Support Programme in the province.The meeting deliberated on pivotal aspects, including enhanced security and logistics at BISP payment centers to ensure seamless disbursement of funds to deserving beneficiaries. The discussion also focused on ensuring joint investigations between the Sindh government and BISP staff to promptly address grievances and complaints arising during payments to eligible women. Furthermore, the meeting explored the allocation of suitable government land for the establishment of BISP offices across Sindh, facilitating efficient service delivery and outreach to beneficiaries. Additionally, the inclusion of BISP beneficiary women in the Sindh government's proposed housing project was discussed, aimed at providing aff ordable housing solutions to vulnerable segments.Chief Secretary Sindh, Syed Asif Hyder Shah, assured BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid of the provincial government's steadfast commitment to supporting BISP's social protection initiatives. He emphasized that the Sindh government would continue to actively partner with BISP to ensure the success of its programs.Senator Rubina Khalid appreciated the Chief Secretary's proactive approach and commitment to collaborative governance, underscoring the importance of inter-institutional coordination in driving socio-economic development and poverty alleviation in Sindh.The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both sides expressing optimism about the potential for enhanced collaboration and impact in the lives of the most vulnerable populations in Sindh.