The Punjab government has expanded the Maryam Nawaz Flood Rehabilitation Package to include families who lost homes in recent floods. This decision combines emergency relief with permanent housing support, agricultural recovery and disaster-prevention measures, aiming to restore livelihoods and move affected households from temporary tents into durable shelters with dignity and safety.
What the expanded package offers
Under the revised plan, eligible families receive permanent housing units, immediate relief grants, and targeted support for farmers. The package prioritizes complete-loss cases, women-headed households, and smallholders, while pairing cash and in-kind help with community-level resilience work so rebuilding delivers long-term benefits rather than one-off aid.
How delivery will be organized
A high-level committee will lead a rapid district survey to identify priority households, coordinate registrations, and map plots for construction. Workstreams include beneficiary verification, civil works for housing, and upgrades to drainage and embankments. Temporary marquees and winter-ready shelters will provide services until permanent homes are completed.
Table — Quick view of support types
| Support Type | What beneficiaries receive | Expected timeline |
| Permanent housing | Constructed house unit or plot + technical support | Phased, months to a year |
| Immediate relief | Cash grants, food & medical aid | Within days–weeks |
| Farmer support | Seed/fertilizer subsidies, crop-loss grants | Before next sowing season |
| Temporary shelters | Markees with water and health services | Immediate, winter-ready |
| Disaster prevention | Embankments, drainage, early-warning | Medium to long term |
Farmers’ rehabilitation package
Flood-affected farmers will obtain compensation for crop losses, subsidised agricultural inputs, and practical assistance for re-cultivation. The aim is to reinstate planting cycles quickly, prioritise seed distribution in floodplain areas, and support household incomes so local food production recovers and families regain economic stability.
Declaring red zones and strengthening defenses
To limit future risk, authorities will designate riverbanks and waterways as red zones, ban new construction there, and remove encroachments. Investments will focus on embankment reinforcement, improved drainage, and early-warning systems, alongside community preparedness training to reduce vulnerability to recurring floods.
How affected families should apply — step-by-step
If your home was damaged or destroyed, follow these steps to register and access help:
Report damage to the district disaster cell or tehsil office immediately.
Carry original CNIC, photos of damage, proof of land or tenancy, and any farm documents.
- Complete the rapid survey and get a registration slip or tracking number.
- Attend assessment and verification appointments as scheduled.
- Receive temporary shelter and relief while housing allocation is processed.
Case study — a quick example of impact
The Khan family from Rajanpur lost a katcha house in the floods; after registration they received temporary shelter, seed subsidies and a plot allocation under Apni Chhat. Construction began within months and their new brick home restored safety, enabling children to return to school and the household to plan for the future.
Common questions (FAQs)
How do I apply?
Apply at your district rehabilitation cell, tehsil office, or online portal if available. Bring CNIC, damage photos and land/tenancy proof. After assessment you’ll get temporary relief and a schedule for permanent housing if eligible.
Who qualifies for housing?
Priority goes to families with total loss, severely damaged homes, smallholder farmers and female-headed households. Government employees and high-income or large landowning families are generally excluded; final eligibility is decided by poverty assessment and verification.
When will houses be ready?
Emergency relief and temporary shelter are immediate. Permanent house allocation depends on survey completion and construction schedules, usually taking several months; fast-track cases with full documents may proceed more quickly.
What to watch and prepare for
Keep your CNIC updated, gather proof of damage, and register as soon as possible at your local office to be prioritised. Monitor official district announcements for site allocations, relief distributions, and construction timelines so you don’t miss verification appointments or support windows.
Final note
Including flood victims in Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar marks a major shift from short-term relief to sustainable recovery. Combining permanent housing, farmer rehabilitation, and preventive infrastructure, Punjab’s package aims to rebuild lives and reduce future risk—offering affected families both immediate relief and a path to long-term stability. Temporary marquees and winter-ready shelters will provide services until permanent homes are completed.
