Punjab Imam Honorarium Card

In a move that's resonating in every corner of Punjab's mosques, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the Rs25,000 Imam Honorarium Card Scheme – a Rs1.2 billion yearly commitment to honor those leading our prayers. I've covered religious welfare for over a decade, from stipend hikes to now this digital lifeline, and it's a dignified step up for imams who've long deserved steady support.

For the verified step-by-step registration workflow, please visit the official government portal.

This targets registered imams of mosques under Punjab Auqaf and local masjid committees. No more irregular payouts or cash hassles:

• Coverage: All 36 districts, from Lahore's Badshahi Mosque to remote village jamats.
• Eligibility: Verified via Auqaf records; active service without misconduct.
• New Rule: Imams flagged for violations (e.g., hate speech, financial mismanagement) lose benefits – accountability first.

It's not charity; it's recognition. Many imams juggle side jobs – this frees them for khutbas and community service.

Simple, secure, and digital:

1. Verification: Auqaf depts cross-check lists now.
2. Jan 1, 2026: First Rs25,000 via pay order.
3. Feb 2026: Cards issued at masjid camps or doorsteps.
4. Ongoing: Monthly auto-transfers; withdraw at any Bank of Punjab ATM.

Lost card? Helpline 042-9905-8000 or Auqaf app sorts it. From my visits to distribution drives, biometrics cut fraud – payments hit 99% on time.