BISP 8171 Campsites End, Payments Now Under Retail Model

In a much-needed and timely decision, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has announced a major shift in its payment mechanism. Considering the extreme heatwave affecting many parts of Pakistan, BISP has officially ended the previous camp-based payment system and has introduced a retail model to distribute funds to its registered beneficiaries.

This new system will be effective from Monday, allowing eligible women to collect their payments from nearest authorized retail shops through biometric verification, without standing for hours under the scorching sun.

Why Was This Step Taken?

The month of June has brought record-breaking heat to many cities in Pakistan, with temperatures soaring past 48°C in some regions. Women, especially from low-income backgrounds, were forced to wait in long queues at BISP campsites – a task that had become both physically dangerous and emotionally exhausting.

Realizing the risks, BISP has acted responsibly by shifting towards a more practical and humane solution – the retail model.

Benefits of the New Retail Model

Feature	Benefit
Heat Protection	Women no longer have to wait in extreme heat.
Convenient Access	Payments available from the nearest retail shop.
Time-Saving	No more long queues or delays.
Increased Transparency	Biometric checks and receipts make the system more transparent.
Real-time Monitoring	Ensures smooth and corruption-free payment distribution.

What Is the BISP Retail Model?

Under this system, deserving women can now visit any nearest authorized BISP retailer instead of going to designated campsites. Here, after biometric verification, the full amount of assistance will be handed over, and a formal receipt will be issued. This entire process is monitored in real-time to ensure transparency and accountability.

This decision was officially announced during a high-level meeting in Bahawalpur, led by Dr. Tahir Noor, Additional Secretary BISP. Representatives from partner banks and BISP zonal staff also attended the meeting.

Key Instructions from BISP

Dr. Tahir Noor made it clear that:

Every eligible woman must get her full payment.
A receipt must be provided with each transaction.
Biometric verification is mandatory.
All disbursements will be made under real-time monitoring.

Bank representatives assured that:

Retail agents have been fully deployed.
Cash availability is ensured across all outlets.
Biometric systems are working smoothly.

Public Awareness Campaign BISP Launched

To ensure that no beneficiary goes to a wrong location or faces confusion, BISP will launch an awareness drive via:

SMS alerts
Social media
Newspapers
Radio broadcasts

This awareness effort aims to inform all eligible women about the new process and their nearest payment points.

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Visit to Bahawalpur BISP Office

After the official meeting, Dr. Tahir Noor visited the BISP District Office and Dynamic Registration Center (DRC) in Bahawalpur. He interacted directly with the women present, listened to their concerns, and personally reviewed the registration, biometric, and data entry processes.

He stressed that all complaints will be addressed promptly and the quality of service should improve continuously.

Final Thoughts

The decision to shift BISP 8171 payments from campsites to a retail model is a game-changer. It’s not just a response to the heatwave, it’s a strong step towards modernizing service delivery and making the system more user-friendly and dignified.

Thousands of women who had to endure sun exposure and long hours in queues will now receive their due payments in a safe, quick, and respectable manner. This move shows that BISP is not just about financial aid; it’s also about respecting the dignity of its beneficiaries.

By prioritizing people over process, the BISP leadership has set a fine example for other government programs across the country. Let’s hope this change brings real comfort and relief to the women who need it most.