Aaghosh Program 23000

The Punjab Social Protection Authority has started new registrations for the Aaghosh Program. This initiative aims to provide top medical facilities to pregnant women and children under two years old, along with cash assistance for their development. Currently, it is available in 12 districts of Punjab: Mianwali, Khushab, Bhakkar, Layyah, Kot Addu, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rajanpur, Bahawalnagar, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, Muzaffargarh, and Rahim Yar Khan. Eligible participants can receive up to 23,000 PKR by completing the registration process.

This article will guide you through the registration steps, eligibility criteria, and other important details. If you belong to one of these districts and are interested in the program, please read on for full information.

Benefits of the Aaghosh Program

• Free Medical Facilities: Accessible to all eligible participants.
• Stipend for Pregnant Women:
  • Rs 2,000 for first-time registration.
  • Rs 4,000 for childbirth at a government health center.
• Medical Examination Support for Pregnant Women:
  • Four medical examinations during pregnancy.
  • Rs 1,500 stipend for each examination.
• Child Health Support:
  • Rs 2,000 stipend for each medical examination for children under 2 years.
  • Rs 5,000 for registering a child with NADRA by obtaining a Bay Form.

Eligibility Criteria

To register under the Aaghosh program 23000, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a resident of Punjab.
• Possess a valid identity card.
• Be a pregnant woman or a mother of a child under two years of age.
• Belong to a poor and deserving family.
• Have a monthly income less than Rs 30,000.
• Reside in one of the 12 targeted districts of the Aaghosh program.

Registration Procedure

Pregnant women and mothers of children under two years of age can register for the Aghosh program at any time. The Punjab Social Protection Authority has streamlined the registration process to ensure it is easy and hassle-free, allowing women to complete their registration without any difficulties.

To complete the registration, women must first visit their nearest health center. At the health center, they need to provide their ID card and mobile number to the lady health visitor at the registration desk. Following this, they will receive a registration confirmation SMS from the Bank of Punjab.

Once they receive the confirmation SMS from the Bank of Punjab, indicating that their registration is complete, women can visit their nearest HBL Connect, Alfa Pay, or UBL Omni agent to receive cash by opening an account through biometric authentication.

Conclusion

The Aaghosh program, launched by the Punjab government, is a pioneering initiative aimed at supporting the backward sections of Punjab, particularly pregnant women and mothers of children under 2 years of age. Women who meet the eligibility criteria should follow the registration procedure outlined above to enroll in this program as soon as possible for a better future for themselves and their children. For more information, guidance, or to file a complaint, please call the Punjab Social Protection Authority official helpline at 1221.

Aaghosh Program 23000 – FAQ