The Punjab government has expanded its welfare initiatives with programs designed to make financial and essential support more accessible to citizens through digital and transparent processes.
Under the “Maryam Ko Bataye” initiative, residents can directly seek assistance for a range of needs, including financial support, medical treatment, wheelchairs, electric bikes and hearing aids. Eligible applicants can receive financial assistance of up to Rs10,000, while essential items may also be provided at beneficiaries’ doorsteps.
Since the initiative was launched in February 2026, around 80,000 people have reportedly received assistance, highlighting the growing reach of the province’s digital welfare system. The program aims to simplify access to government support by allowing citizens to communicate their needs directly rather than navigating lengthy traditional procedures.
Alongside this initiative, Punjab has introduced the Parwaaz Card, targeting individuals seeking employment opportunities abroad. The program provides interest-free financial assistance to eligible overseas job seekers to help cover expenses associated with international employment.
Support under the Parwaaz Card can be used for important costs such as visa processing, medical examinations, airfare and skills verification, helping reduce some of the financial barriers faced by people preparing to work overseas.
Together, the two initiatives reflect Punjab’s efforts to use digital platforms to deliver welfare assistance more efficiently. While Maryam Ko Bataye focuses on immediate social and household needs, the Parwaaz Card is aimed at supporting employment and overseas career opportunities.
The initiatives aim to make government support more accessible, transparent and efficient, especially for people facing financial difficulties or seeking better employment opportunities.
