The Aghosh Program, launched by Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, continues to improve maternal and child health across Punjab. In August 2025, the program showed steady progress, actively serving women in 13 districts and offering up to Rs. 23,000 in financial assistance for pregnant and lactating mothers.
Overview
The Aghosh Program is part of the Punjab Human Capital Investment Project. It links healthcare with financial support to reduce risks for mothers and newborns. By encouraging regular check-ups, safe deliveries, and immunization, the program provides both health and financial protection for vulnerable families.
Districts Covered Under Aghosh Program
Currently, the is active in the following 13 districts of Punjab:
| Sr. No. | District |
| 1 | Bahawalpur |
| 2 | Muzaffargarh |
| 3 | Kot Addu |
| 4 | Bhakkar |
| 5 | Dera Ghazi Khan |
| 6 | Taunsa Sharif |
| 7 | Mianwali |
| 8 | Rahim Yar Khan |
| 9 | Rajanpur |
| 10 | Khushab |
| 11 | Layyah |
| 12 | Bahawalnagar |
| 13 | Lodhran |
Financial Assistance – Up to Rs. 23,000
Beneficiaries of the Aghosh Program can receive cash support in stages:
| Stage | Amount (PKR) |
| Registration at health facility | 2,000 |
| Four antenatal check-ups (1,500 each) | 6,000 |
| Delivery at government hospital/center | 4,000 |
| Newborn’s first medical check-up | 2,000 |
| Immunization (measles doses) | 4,000 |
| Child registration (B-Form/CRC & EMR) | 5,000 |
| Total | 23,000 |
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Eligibility
To qualify for the, women must:
- Be a pregnant woman, lactating mother, or mother of a child under 2 years.
- Hold a valid CNIC.
- Reside in one of the 13 eligible districts.
How to Apply
- Visit the nearest Basic Health Unit (BHU) or Rural Health Center (RHC).
- Meet with the Lady Health Visitor (LHV) or health staff.
- Provide documents such as CNIC and proof of pregnancy or child’s birth certificate.
- Complete registration through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Attend all scheduled visits to unlock staged payments under the Aghosh Program.
Helpline and Support
For queries or assistance with the Aghosh Program:
- Call helplines 1221 or 2121.
- Contact the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA).
- Visit local government health centers.
Importance
The Aghosh Program provides financial stability while ensuring better health outcomes. By connecting cash aid to antenatal care, hospital deliveries, newborn check-ups, and child registration, it strengthens families and reduces health risks in underserved communities.
