GB Assembly Delegation Meets BISP Chairperson to Discuss Women’s Welfare
On July 28, 2025, Speaker Nazir Ahmed and Deputy Speaker Sadia Danish led a multiparty delegation from the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly to meet BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid at the program’s Islamabad headquarters.
The politicians brought up urgent welfare issues impacting disadvantaged women in the mountainous area,to know further detail about the BISP’s meeting with high level delegation then read the post thoroughly.
High Level Delegation Call On BISP’s Chairperson
On Monday, a multi-party delegation from the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly met with Senator Rubina Khalid, the chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), at the BISP headquarters to talk about important concerns impacting the region’s impoverished women.
Nazir Ahmed Advocate, Speaker of the GB Assembly, and Ms. Sadia Danish, Deputy Speaker, headed the high-level delegation.
Ms. Dilshad Bano, the Minister of Social Welfare; Ms. Suraya Zaman, the IT advisor; Ms. Kulsoom Farman, the President of the Women’s Caucus; Ms. Sanam Bibi, the Chairperson of the Standing Committee; and Mrs. Kaneez Fatima were among the notable female members of the Assembly who attended the meeting.
Senator Rubina Khalid Praised for Women’s Welfare Efforts
The delegation recognized Senator Rubina Khalid’s lengthy efforts to women’s empowerment and social welfare and congratulated her on her recent election to a third term in the Senate.
Important Discussions Over The Issues Faced By Gilgit Beneficiaries
The visiting MPs discussed in detail the hurdles that women in Gilgit-Baltistan experience with relation to BISP registration, stipend disbursement, and other administrative issues. They underlined the necessity of expediting processes to guarantee worthy women in the hilly area fair access to financial aid.
BISP Chairperson Assures Swift Action on GB Delegation’s Concerns
The delegation from the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly was told by Senator Rubina Khalid that she will fully assist in addressing the welfare issues they brought up.
She emphasized her commitment to women’s empowerment and inclusive development and gave the BISP Kafalat Cash Transfers Director General instructions to speak with the visiting group right away and move quickly to resolve their concerns.
In order to empower underprivileged women and vulnerable communities, Senator Khalid emphasized the government’s commitment on making sure that underserved and distant areas like Gilgit-Baltistan receive enough resources and support under the BISP plan.
Good Response Of Delegation Towards Rubina’s Statement
The Chairperson’s prompt response and personal involvement with the concerns were praised by the delegation.
Additionally, they reaffirmed their commitment to collaborating closely with BISP to enhance social protection programs and support the region’s most vulnerable women.
Conclusion
The meeting between the GB Assembly delegation and BISP Chairperson Rubina Khalid ended on a positive note, with both sides agreeing to work together for the welfare of women in Gilgit-Baltistan. Senator Khalid assured quick action to resolve the raised concerns, while the delegation appreciated her support and pledged continued cooperation to improve social protection efforts in the region.
