Illegal BISP deductions: Four retailer devices seized in Paharpur crackdown

Dera Ismail Khan, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Jul, 2026) Acting on the directives of Assistant Commissioner Paharpur Shahab Ahmad Khan, Tehsildar Paharpur Jalil Ahmad Khan launched a crackdown against retailers allegedly involved in making illegal deductions from payments disbursed under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).

During the operation, raids were conducted in Kirri Khaisor, Jhok Wains, Madi Khel and Hafizabad, where authorities inspected BISP payment points following complaints regarding unauthorized deductions from beneficiaries' financial assistance.

According to official sources, evidence of illegal deductions was found during the inspections.

As a result, four retailer payment devices were taken into official custody.

The administration has also decided to register First Information Reports (FIRs) against the individuals found involved in the malpractice.

Officials reiterated that the district administration is committed to ensuring that BISP beneficiaries receive their full financial assistance without any unlawful deductions and warned that strict legal action would continue against anyone exploiting deserving recipients.