PM announces new Ehsaas Kafaalat Policy for special persons
Two million families will be eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs2,000
Prime Minister Imran Khan. PHOTO: FILE
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday announced the new "Ehsaas Kafaalat Policy for Special Persons", which will benefit two million families in the country.
In a tweet, the premier stated that the families will be eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs2,000, adding that this move will be a step towards a disability-inclusive and sustainable world post Covid-19.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is being observed today in solidarity with disabled persons.
The theme this year is “Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World”.