Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Thursday distributed financial assistance worth Rs107 million to minority families affected by terrorism under a special welfare package of the Auqaf Department.
The aid was distributed among 1,069 beneficiaries during a ceremony attended by Provincial Minister for Auqaf, Hajj, Religious and Minority Affairs Sahibzada Muhammad Adnan Qadri, Auqaf Secretary Ata-ur-Rehman and representatives of minority communities.
According to the Auqaf Department, the welfare package included financial assistance for 756 widows, 68 deserving individuals, 155 orphan children and 90 persons with disabilities, with more than Rs19.23 million distributed under this category.
In addition, 167 individuals and families affected by terrorism received financial assistance through the Endowment Fund for Terrorism-Affected Minorities, bringing the total amount distributed to Rs107 million.
Speaking at the event, Minister Sahibzada Muhammad Adnan Qadri said the welfare of minority communities remains a top priority for the provincial government. He added that efforts are continuing to improve basic facilities in minority places of worship and residential areas, while further measures will be taken to support the rehabilitation of families affected by terrorism.
The minister also stated that the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has doubled the Endowment Fund established for terrorism victims to provide greater financial security to affected families.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister’s Focal Person for Minority Affairs, Wazirzada, said the financial assistance reflects the government’s commitment to the welfare of minority communities.
He emphasized that rehabilitation, social protection and timely support for affected families remain key priorities and praised the Auqaf Department for ensuring transparent distribution of the funds.