Government waives SMS charges for fuel subsidy registration

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1. 26 Sep 2026 74% related

   5 outlets · 2 developments

   Over 4.79 million fuel relief tokens redeemed under PM’s scheme

   Most outlets reported the number of fuel relief tokens redeemed and the total number of citizens registered under the Prime Minister’s Fuel Relief Scheme. Business Recorder highlighted the 5.9 million registration figure and the 4.79 million tokens redeemed, while Dawn added the 6.18 million tokens generated and the 24/7 control room for monitoring. Both provided similar core statistics but varied slightly in the additional details included.

2. 24 Sep 2026 72% related

   5 outlets · 2 developments

   Federal government to launch online portal for petrol subsidy scheme

   Most outlets reported the launch of an online portal by the federal government to manage vehicle registration under the petrol subsidy scheme. A few also noted that the platform aims to address complaints and token payment issues related to the Prime Minister’s Petrol Relief Scheme.

3. 20 Sep 2026 80% related

   21 outlets · 8 developments

   Government revises fuel relief scheme to expand access and remove charges

   Most outlets highlighted the expansion of the Prime Minister’s Fuel Relief Scheme, particularly the inclusion of more fuel stations and removal of SMS charges. The Nation and Business Recorder noted specific eligibility changes, such as the removal of ownership conditions for certain vehicles. Dawn and Daily Times focused on procedural updates and the government’s efforts to facilitate beneficiaries. Pakistan Today led with the directive from Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar to expand the relief scheme to all operating stations.

4. 19 Sep 2026 74% related

   2 outlets

   Fuel relief scheme expanded to petrol stations without internet access

   Most outlets reported the expansion of the Prime Minister’s fuel relief scheme to petrol stations lacking internet access, noting the approval was granted during a committee meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. Pakistan Observer added context about the impact of weak internet signals on access to basic services, while Dunya News focused more directly on the decision and its administrative setting.

5. 17 Sep 2026 95% related

   11 outlets

   Fuel subsidy scheme SMS registration made free

   Most outlets reported that the Prime Minister’s Office announced free SMS registration for the fuel subsidy scheme, emphasizing the move as a facilitation for low- and middle-income households. Several also noted the specific SMS format and the inclusion of vehicle types such as motorcycles, rickshaws, and eligible cars. One outlet framed the move as the government opting for free SMS registration instead of cutting fuel prices, while others downplayed or omitted this contrast.