Ehsaas Amdan Program & Registration Desk 2025
Introduction to the Ehsaas Amdan Program
Launched under Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Ehsaas poverty alleviation framework, the Ehsaas Amdan Program empowers Pakistan’s poorest households through income-generating assets. Designed to break the cycle of poverty, it promotes self-reliance by providing livestock, agricultural tools, and small business kits instead of cash handouts.
Key Features & Objectives
- Total Investment: 15 Billion
- Coverage:375 Union Councils across 23 of Pakistan’s poorest districts.
- Primary Goals:
- Reduce poverty through livelihood creation.
- Empower women (60% quota) and youth (30% quota).
- Offer interest-free loans and vocational training.
What Assets Are Provided?
Beneficiaries receive productive resources, including:
- Livestock:Goats, cows, poultry, buffaloes.
- Agricultural Inputs:Fertilizers, equipment.
- Small Business Kits:Rickshaw bodies, retail shop starter kits.
Geographic Coverage
The program prioritizes districts with high poverty, low human development, and food insecurity:
- Punjab:Dera Ghazi Khan, Jhang, Layyah.
- KP:Kohistan, Torghar, Waziristan.
- Balochistan:Jhal Magsi, Zhob.
- Sindh:Tharparkar, Badin, Kashmore.
Eligibility Criteria
- Priority Groups:Women (60%), youth (30%), and unemployed individuals.
- Selection:Based on the Poverty Score Card (PSC) survey for transparency.
- Households:200,000 targeted in the initial phase.
How to Apply for Ehsaas Amdan
- Visityour nearest Union Council office.
- Inquireabout program registration (no online portal available).
- Submitrequired details for eligibility verification.
- Receiveassets or interest-free loans upon approval.
Support & Training
- Skill Development:Vocational training for business management.
- Financial Aid:Interest-free loans for business expansion.
- Implementation Partners:Managed by Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) and local NGOs.
Impact & Reach
- Assets Distributed:200,000+ (as of 2023).
- Beneficiaries:4 million people supported.
- Youth Quota:Additional 30% announced in 2023.
Ehsaas Registration Desk: For Missed Families
If your household was excluded from the initial Ehsaas survey, the Ehsaas Registration Desk offers free enrollment:
Key Details
- Availability:District/tehsil offices nationwide.
- Eligibility:One registration per household (CNIC required).
- Process:
- Visit the desk with original CNIC.
- Provide family data for automated analysis.
- Receive a token (for reference only).
Important Reminders
- No Fees:Registration is free—avoid intermediaries.
- SMS Service:Send CNIC to 8171 for status updates.
- Reopening:Desks resumed operations post-August 15, 2023.
Conclusion
The Ehsaas Amdan Program and Registration Desk are transformative initiatives driving financial inclusion and sustainable development. By leveraging assets and training, vulnerable households can achieve self-reliance. Visit your local office today to secure your future!
Note: Always rely on official Ehsaas channels for updates to avoid scams.
- FAQs
Q1. Can I apply for Ehsaas Amdan online?
No—visit Union Council offices or Ehsaas Registration Desks.
Q2. How to check eligibility?
Use the 8171 SMS service or visit the Ehsaas portal for a CNIC check.
Q3. Are loans repayable?
No—financial aid under Amdan is non-repayable.