2.4m SIMs issued to BISP beneficiaries for wallet-based payments

BISP DG Punjab said future payments to be disbursed through wallet accounts linked to SIM cards provided free of cost

As many as 2.4 million free SIM cards have so far been distributed to beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) across Punjab to facilitate the disbursement of financial assistance through digital wallet accounts, ensuring secure, convenient and timely access to payments, Associated Press of Pakistan reported on Sunday.

It was stated by BISP Director General Punjab Haider Murtaza while speaking to media representatives during his visit to the SIM Distribution Centres in Muzaffargarh, where he reviewed the ongoing distribution process for registered beneficiaries.

During the visit, the director general inspected operational arrangements, beneficiary facilitation measures and overall service delivery at the centres. He interacted with women beneficiaries, listened to their concerns and closely observed the process to ensure that assistance was being provided in a smooth, efficient and respectful manner.

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Haider Murtaza also reviewed the Digital Financial Literacy Training being provided at the centres and said that the initiative aims to equip beneficiaries with the knowledge required for the proper use of SIM cards and wallet accounts.

He explained that wallet accounts are being opened on these SIMs and that, in the future, all BISP payments will be disbursed exclusively through these digital wallets, enhancing transparency and promoting financial inclusion.

He added that the initiative would play a vital role in empowering women and strengthening their economic independence.

ڈائریکٹر جنرل بی آئی ایس پی پنجاب جناب حیدر مرتضیٰ نے ملتان میں سم تقسیمی مراکز شمس آباد اور قاسم پور کالونی کا دورہ کیا، جہاں انہوں نے بینیفشریز کو مفت سمز کی فراہمی کے عمل کا جائزہ لیا۔
اس موقع پر انہوں نے شفاف، بروقت اور بلا تعطل سم تقسیم کو یقینی بنانے کی ہدایت کی تاکہ… pic.twitter.com/88lgJzyFag

— Benazir Income Support Programme (@bisp_pakistan) January 2, 2026

The director general categorically informed women beneficiaries that the SIM cards are absolutely free of cost and that no money should be paid to anyone under any circumstances. He stressed that social protection wallets are being entrusted to women as a responsibility which must be safeguarded with the utmost care.

He advised beneficiaries not to share their wallet information, PIN codes or SIM details with anyone and to ensure the safety of their SIM cards at all times. In case of any complaint or issue, beneficiaries were directed to immediately contact their nearest BISP Tehsil Office or call the BISP helpline at 0800-26477.

Expressing satisfaction over the progress achieved so far, the DG instructed the concerned staff to further expedite the distribution process while maintaining service quality. He also directed field staff and service providers to ensure smooth operations, effective crowd management and strict adherence to standard operating procedures, reiterating a zero-tolerance policy for negligence or misconduct.

The director general appreciated the efforts of the field teams and urged them to continue working with dedication and professionalism.