Govt launched Interest free loan scheme under Kamyab Pakistan Program in Islamabad, today.
Minister for Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin says the government is making all out efforts for the social and economic development of the downtrodden segments of the society.
He was addressing the interest free loan scheme under Kamyab Pakistan Program ceremony in Islamabad on Thursday. He said it is an important day for the poor segments of the society.
The Finance Minister said that the loans will be provided to those who do not have access to banks and the Prime Minister has issued special directives in this regard.
He said loans are being provided to all segments without any discrimination. He said we are committed to fulfill the dreams of the poor.
The Finance Minister said that in order to ensure the provision of employment with self-respect, interest free loans are being provided to the farmers and for “Apna Rozgar” and “Apna Ghar” schemes. He said that loans amounting to four billion rupees have been disbursed in 300 cities of the country.
He said that Pakistan under the leadership of Imran Khan is moving towards a welfare state based on the principles of state of Madina.
Senator Faisal Javed Khan also attended the event.