PM directed the Members of Parliament to strengthen their engagement with the people so that they could be made more aware of the various government schemes for socio-economic development. Ration discount program under Coverage Ehsas Card and other pro-poor measures Loans for crops under Kisan Card and provision of quality seed fertilizers and pesticides at affordable rates. Professional skills include training.
PM said that the government was fully aware of the plight of the people due to inflation and was taking all possible steps to protect them from the negative effects of rising inflation due to rising prices of commodities in international markets. These pro-people measures include reduction of Rs 10 per liter price of petrol and diesel and reduction of Rs 5 per unit price of electricity.
Capital for 100% tax rebate and 100% forex rebate for IT companies and freelancers and investment in IT startups to promote information technology in the country and create more employment opportunities for youth. Includes 100% rebate from gain tax.
Under the Successful Pakistan Program, a subsidy of Rs. 407 billion will be provided on business loans in the next 2 years. Under the Ehsas Program, the monthly stipend has been increased from Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 14,000 38 billion has been allocated for this.
PM reiterated that the government was working hard to reduce the negative effects of inflation by creating an investor-friendly environment for targeted subsidies and creation of vast employment opportunities for the youth.
PM also directed them to mobilize grassroots workers to ensure success in the forthcoming local body elections in the province.
