BISP HOLDS CEREMONY TO MARK PAKISTAN'S 79TH INDEPENDENCE DAY

Chairperson BISP Senator Rubina Khalid extends Independence Day greetings to the nation; launches the "Green Pakistan, Benazir Pakistan" tree plantation campaign; cuts Independence Day cake with children enrolled in the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Programme; distributes appreciation certificates to doctors, paramedical staff and volunteers for their services during the Swat floods; special prayers offered for Pakistan's peace, stability, progress and prosperity.
"Allah Almighty has blessed Pakistan with abundant resources. We need to move forward with collective thinking, self-accountability and a spirit of national service. The Benazir Income Support Programme is the practical manifestation of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto's vision. BISP has introduced revolutionary reforms in the payment system through the Digital Wallet. The sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces for the defence, peace and stability of the country are a source of pride for the entire nation. We must project Pakistan's positive and peaceful image before the world," said Senator Rubina Khalid.
A ceremony to commemorate Pakistan's 79th Independence Day was held at the Headquarters of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP). The event was attended by Chairperson BISP Senator Rubina Khalid, Secretary BISP Amer Ali Ahmad, Additional Secretary Dr. Asmat Nawaz, BISP officers and employees, BISP beneficiary families, and children enrolled in the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Programme.