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Sindh plans extra aid for drought-affected families in Tharparkar

KARACHI: The Sindh Government is preparing a special financial assistance scheme for low-income families affected by drought in Tharparkar, Benazir Income Support Programme Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid said.

Speaking at a meeting in the Deputy Commissioner’s office, Khalid said the new support would be in addition to existing BISP payments. A dedicated control centre will also be set up at the office to handle beneficiaries’ complaints.

She said recipients are being geo-tagged and digital wallets opened. Six banks are expected to facilitate the payments.