The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) collaborated with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to promote livelihood opportunities for BISP recipients. This alliance aims to help recipients by giving them new skills, resources, and opportunity to improve their financial status. Senator Rubina Khalid, Chairperson of the BISP, and Ghulam Nabi Marri, National Coordinator of IFAD, met to examine how they may collaborate to achieve this goal.
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| Feature | Description |
| Partnership | BISP and IFAD to explore opportunities for training |
| Skill Training | Focus on improving financial status of beneficiaries |
| Focus Areas | Special emphasis on provinces like GB, Balochistan, KP |
| Support | IFAD to provide financial and technical help |
The Purpose of the Partnership
The fundamental purpose of this collaboration between BISP and IFAD is to look for ways to improve the lives of BISP recipients by providing them with opportunities to generate a higher income. This will be accomplished through a range of activities, such as skill development and asset transfer initiatives. Both groups are committed to supporting people in rural areas, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which includes the recently united districts. The coalition will concentrate on agriculture, a vital sector in these regions.
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How BISP Plans to Help Beneficiaries
The BISP, chaired by Senator Rubina Khalid, is devoted to supporting its beneficiaries in reaching financial security. The program’s purpose is to provide skill training that will not only improve individuals’ financial circumstances but also allow them to contribute to the country’s economy. This allows more people to benefit from the program since those who leave poverty make room for others in need. Concentrate on skill training. Financial assistance via asset transfers Agriculture-related opportunities are expanding into distant provinces.
IFAD’s Support for the Initiative
The IFAD delegates praised BISP’s efforts and highlighted the organization’s extensive beneficiary database, which enables more targeted assistance. The IFAD has promised to give both financial and technical assistance to ensure the success of the skill training and credit programs. Their aid will make it easier to carry out these initiatives across multiple provinces, ensuring that recipients have access to the resources they need to improve their livelihoods.
Focus on Agriculture in Remote Areas
One of the key themes raised during the conversation was the significance of agriculture in improving the lives of rural communities. Senator Rubina Khalid emphasized the need of agricultural activities in provinces including as Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. By training customers about modern farming practices and technologies, BISP hopes to help them boost their revenue and become self-sufficient.
Future Plans and Joint Collaboration
The meeting between BISP and IFAD was simply the start of their cooperation. Both organizations have agreed to collaborate and develop a comprehensive plan for future projects. They will meet again to finalize the terms of their collaboration, such as how the projects will be implemented and who will profit the most from them.
Conclusion
The collaboration between BISP and IFAD is a significant step toward improving the financial status of BISP beneficiaries. This alliance aims to enhance the livelihoods of those in need through skill development, asset transfer, and agriculture. Both organizations are committed to working together to offer a better future for the program’s participants. This program will assist both individuals and the overall development of the nation’s economy.