BISP Warns Beneficiaries Against Fraud – New Scam Guidelines!
The BISP, a prominent government initiative in Pakistan, has a nationwide reach and operates in every district across the four provinces. Despite its success, it has faced issues with fraudulent activities that have posed challenges for those who benefit from it. In response, the BISP team has initiated a public service messaging campaign to raise awareness about the proliferation of fake messages falsely claiming to be from the official BISP program.
Discover the genuine sources for reliable information on the 8171 Ehsaas Program in this article. Plus, find out how to steer clear of deceptive messages. Keep reading to get all the details.
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BISP 2025 Latest Update
The 8171 BISP Program, a major social protection initiative, is aiding over 10 million families nationwide. The latest update on the BISP official Facebook page shows that over 9.6 million women have received the new Kafaalat Installment of Rs 13500. If you are also enrolled in the program, then check your CNIC Update now to verify the payment details.
Additionally, the BISP team is disseminating a public service reminder to their beneficiaries regarding fraudulent messages circulating from unknown numbers and falsely claiming to be from BISP. As a precautionary measure, BISP advises its applicants to only communicate with individuals using their official number, “8171”.
Fake Messages To Beneficiaires
Recipients of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) have been alerted to an increase in fraudulent schemes and fake emails claiming to be from the program. These deceptive messages, aimed at exploiting vulnerable individuals, may request personal details or guarantee approval for stipends.
How Fraudsters Target Innocent Beneficiaries
These are some of the tactics used by fraudulent individuals to scam unsuspecting beneficiaries:
- Communications requesting personal details and confirming the approval of your stipend.
- As part of our protocol for managing financial matters, we may ask for details such as bank account information, CNIC numbers, or payments.
- Poorly written messages with grammatical errors.
- Instructions for clicking on questionable links or sending a message through WhatsApp.
BISP Warning: Protect Yourself from Fake Numbers and Scams
Rubina Khalid, the chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), urged beneficiaries on Saturday not to believe any calls from numbers other than 8171, the official number of the BISP.
Not only did she advise recipients to rely on the number 8171, cautioning that other numbers may be fraudulent and used to deceive unsuspecting individuals, but she also urged them to collect their quarterly stipends from authorized payment centers.
How to Identify and Avoid Common Scams?
These techniques are sufficient to confirm the legitimacy of a message received from your number, whether it is from BISP or fraudulent:
- Confirm Messages: Trust only those from 8171.
- Latest information: Contact the hotline at 0800-26477 or check the official BISP website at bisp.gov.pk.
- If you encounter any suspicious messages, please report them promptly through BISP’s hotline or official website.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and BISP are actively fighting against fraudulent practices, protecting beneficiaries from scammers.
Conclusion
The BISP team is diligently taking measures to safeguard beneficiaries from fraudulent activities by promoting awareness and directing them towards authorized means, such as the 8171 number and the BISP website. It is important to maintain vigilance, refrain from disclosing personal details, and immediately report any dubious messages. Adhering to these precautions will help ensure the protection and security of your financial assistance.