The Government of Punjab, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has launched a historic Livestock Distribution Program aimed at uplifting widowed and poor women in rural areas. With an initial budget of Rs. 2 billion, this initiative will distribute free cows and buffaloes to eligible women across 12 districts in South Punjab.
This life-changing scheme will support over 11,000 women in becoming financially independent by helping them start small dairy businesses at home.
📌 Program Highlights at a Glance
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Total Budget: Rs. 2 Billion
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Phase 1 Livestock Distribution: 4,870 animals (cows & buffaloes)
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Total Beneficiaries: 11,000 rural women
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Eligibility: Widows and divorced women aged 55 years and above
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Application Methods:
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Mobile App (Punjab Government’s official app)
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CM Helpdesks at local veterinary hospitals
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Regions Covered: 12 underprivileged districts in South Punjab
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Goal: Economic empowerment, poverty reduction, and women-led income generation
🐄 Why This Program Matters
Livestock plays a vital role in Pakistan’s rural economy. For many women in poverty-stricken villages, owning a cow or buffalo can mean a consistent source of income, nutrition, and dignity. Through this scheme:
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Women can sell milk and dairy products
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They can breed livestock for future income
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It creates home-based employment opportunities without needing a formal job
📍 Phase 1: List of 12 Selected Districts in South Punjab
The following districts have been selected based on poverty rates, low employment opportunities, and access to government support:
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Dera Ghazi Khan
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Muzaffargarh
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Rajanpur
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Layyah
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Kot Addu
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Multan
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Khanewal
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Lodhran
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Vehari
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Rahim Yar Khan
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Bahawalpur
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Bahawalnagar
These areas represent some of the most underserved rural populations in Punjab.
👩🌾 Who Can Apply?
To ensure the program reaches the most vulnerable groups, the government has set strict eligibility criteria:
✅ Only widows or divorced women
✅ Must be 55 years or older
✅ Resident of one of the 12 eligible districts
✅ Must not be employed in government jobs or already receiving similar livestock grants
📱 How to Apply – Step-by-Step Registration Guide
To make the process simple and accessible, women can register using two methods:
1. Through the Mobile App:
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Download the Punjab Government’s Livestock Scheme app from the Play Store
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Enter CNIC, basic personal details, and select your district
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Submit the application and wait for confirmation via SMS
2. Via Helpdesks at Veterinary Hospitals:
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Visit the nearest veterinary hospital in your district
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Seek help from the CM’s Helpdesk staff
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Fill out the form with assistance if needed
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Submit your CNIC and get an acknowledgment slip
📌 Note: No payment, fee, or commission is required for registration.
🐃 Program Goals & Long-Term Vision
This is not just a free handout; it is part of a strategic economic empowerment initiative designed to:
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Promote financial independence among rural women
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Reduce the urban-rural development gap
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Support home-based businesses in dairy production
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Improve nutrition at the household level
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Provide a sustainable and dignified livelihood
By giving women ownership of livestock, the government is laying the foundation for micro-entrepreneurship in villages.
🗣️ Maryam Nawaz’s Vision: Empowering Every Woman
At the launch of the program, CM Maryam Nawaz emphasized that every woman deserves equal opportunities, regardless of where she lives.
“We want to eliminate the gap between urban and rural areas. A woman in a village deserves the same opportunities as one in a city,” she stated.
This program is part of her broader agenda for inclusive development and women’s empowerment in Punjab.
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CNIC Rs. 13,500 Payment Verification for BISP 2025
📅 What’s Next?
While the current focus is on 12 districts, the program is expected to expand to other regions based on its performance. The Punjab Government plans to monitor the success of this pilot phase and roll out improvements over time.
If implemented successfully, this model could become a blueprint for other provinces seeking rural economic transformation through livestock ownership.
✅ Final Thoughts
The Livestock Distribution Scheme 2025 is a game-changer for rural women in Punjab. It offers them more than just financial relief—it opens the door to sustainable income, self-respect, and community development.
If you or someone you know meets the criteria, don’t miss this opportunity. Register today and be part of Punjab’s journey toward empowering rural women and reducing poverty at the grassroots level.