The Benazir Nashonuma Programme 2025 expands targeted health and nutrition support for pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children under 23 months across Pakistan. Managed through BISP, the scheme pairs cash help with nutrition services to reduce early-childhood malnutrition and improve infant health outcomes for vulnerable families.
What is Nashonuma and who it covers
Nashonuma is a national nutrition initiative for expectant and nursing mothers and infants below 23 months, delivered through Nashonuma Centers at THQs and DHQs. The programme links cash assistance with growth monitoring, immunization follow-up and counselling so the most at-risk households get both money and medical support.
Eligibility — who should register
Priority goes to women already in BISP Kafaalat, pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, and infants younger than 23 months. Households with low incomes, poor access to nutritious food, or children showing signs of malnutrition should register at their nearest Nashonuma Centre for immediate assessment and support.
Documents to bring (avoid delays)
To register, always carry originals and photocopies: the mother’s CNIC, the child’s B-Form, a valid immunization card, and a recent utility bill for address proof. Medical or hospital birth records and any pregnancy-related certificates speed verification and help staff process your case the same day.
Payment schedule & benefits
| Situation | Amount | Frequency | Extra benefits |
| Pregnant women | Rs. 2,500 | Per trimester | Nutrition counselling |
| Birth of a son | Rs. 2,500 | One-time | — |
| Birth of a daughter | Rs. 3,000 | Quarterly (with Rs. 500 travel) | Nutrition pack |
| Children < 23 months | Continued quarterly support | Quarterly | Growth monitoring & food packs |
Where to register
Registration takes place at designated Nashonuma Centers inside THQ and DHQ hospitals. Visit during working hours with your documents. Staff at the centre will confirm your details, schedule biometric checks if needed, and explain nutritional counselling sessions and the payment timeline.
Step-by-step registration (easy to follow)
Step-by-step: arrive with CNIC and B-Form; fill the registration form at the Nashonuma counter; complete biometric or signature verification; present the immunization card for the child; receive a registration slip with tracking details and a scheduled date for counselling and first payment confirmation.
Nutrition and health services included
Beyond cash, Nashonuma provides nutritious food packages, infant growth monitoring, vaccination reminders, and counselling on breastfeeding and complementary feeding. Regular follow-ups at centres track weight and health, helping reduce stunting and improving long-term development for babies.
How Nashonuma links with other BISP schemes
Nashonuma works alongside BISP Kafaalat and Taleemi Wazaif, so eligible mothers may receive both nutrition support and regular stipends. This coordinated approach helps families meet health and education needs while reducing overlap and improving benefit targeting.
Common registration problems & quick fixes
Typical issues include missing B-Form, expired CNIC, or incomplete vaccination records. Fixes: renew CNIC at NADRA, obtain B-Forms from the hospital, update immunization cards, and always bring photocopies. Ask staff for an acknowledgement slip to track your application.
Example — a real-life scenario
A mother at a district hospital registered with CNIC and B-Form, completed biometric checks and received a registration slip. She attended a nutrition counselling session two weeks later, collected the first trimester cash support and a food pack, and her child was enrolled in routine growth monitoring.
FAQs
Q: Can I register online? — No, registration is currently in-person at Nashonuma Centers (THQs/DHQs). Check eligibility via BISP channels where available.
Q: What documents are mandatory? — Mother’s CNIC, child’s B-Form, and immunization card.
Q: How long do payments continue? — Support continues until the child reaches 23 months, plus pregnancy trimester payments as specified.
Final notes
The Benazir Nashonuma Programme 2025 provides essential cash and nutrition services for mothers and infants. Visit your nearest Nashonuma Center (THQ/DHQ) with CNIC, B-Form and immunization card to register today and secure payments and health services that support healthy child growth and family wellbeing. This coordinated approach helps families meet health and education needs while reducing overlap and improving benefit targeting.
