In a major step toward digitizing Pakistan’s financial infrastructure, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the nationwide expansion of digital wallets, aiming for 100% digital fund disbursement by next year.
The announcement was made during a ceremony recognizing key contributors to the success of the Prime Minister’s Ramazan Relief Package, where the PM praised the use of digital payment solutions for ensuring transparency, speed, and dignity in public welfare distributions.
📈 Key Highlights:
- 79% of relief funds for the Ramazan package were disbursed via digital wallets
- 100% digital disbursement target set for next year
- All provincial governments to be integrated into a national digital payment system
- System praised for eliminating inefficiencies and improving accountability
🗨️ PM Shehbaz Sharif said:
“Through digital wallets, 79% of the funds were transferred seamlessly and transparently. We plan to achieve 100% digital disbursement next year with provincial integration.”
🧩 Integrated with BISP and Provincial Systems
Amir Ahmed Ali, Secretary of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), briefed the audience on how digital wallets improved fund management and delivery. The initiative is now poised to include all provinces, creating a coordinated national framework for digital payments.
🏅 Recognition
The PM also presented honorary shields to top-performing public and private sector officials who ensured the successful rollout of the relief package using digital solutions.
