Ehsaas Panahgah Program 2025: Shelter and Hope for Pakistan’s Homeless
Ehsaas Panahgah program- a groundbreaking initiative providing free shelter, meals, and basic care to those in need. Launched in 2020 under Prime Minister Imran Khan’s vision, these shelters have served over 500,000 people with dignity and compassion.
Key Features of Ehsaas Panahgah program 2025
🏠 Safe Accommodation: Clean beds with blankets
🍲 Two Daily Meals: Nutritious breakfast and dinner
🚿 Hygiene Facilities: Bathrooms and showers
⚕️ Basic Healthcare: First aid and medical checkups
🔒 24/7 Security: Safe environment for all guests
2025 Expansion: 15 new shelters opening near major hospitals and transport hubs
Who Can Stay at Ehsaas Panahgah?
✔ Homeless individuals and families
✔ Daily wage workers between jobs
✔ Stranded travelers
✔ Patients’ family members
✔ Any Pakistani citizen in temporary need
No complex paperwork – Just present your CNIC for registration
Locations Across Pakistan
📍 Major Cities:
- Lahore: 8 shelters (including Icchra, Band Road)
- Islamabad: 5 shelters (Tarnol, Peshawar Mor)
- Karachi: 7 shelters
- Peshawar: 4 shelters
- Other Cities: 20+ shelters nationwide
⏰ Operating Hours:
Check-in: 6 PM | Check-out: 8 AM
Maximum stay: 3 nights (extendable in special cases)
Facilities at Ehsaas Panahgah program
| Amenity | Description |
|---|---|
| Dormitory Beds | Clean bedding for men and women (separate) |
| Dining Hall | Capacity for 200+ people per meal |
| Prayer Area | Designated space for worship |
| Lockers | Secure storage for belongings |
| Charging Points | For mobile phones and devices |
How to Find Your Nearest Ehsaas Panahgah program Shelter?
Digital Methods:
- Ehsaas App: Real-time bed availability
- SMS Service: Text “PANAH” to 8171
- Online Portal: ehsaas.gov.pk/panahgah
Traditional Methods:
- Ask at local police stations
- Inquire at major bus stands
- Check near government hospitals
Success Stories of Ehsaas panahgah Program
Ahmed, Construction Worker from Multan:
“When I lost my job in Lahore, Panahgah gave me shelter for a week. The food was hot, and the staff treated me with respect.”
Fatima, Widow from Karachi:
“With my three children, we stayed at the shelter after our home flooded. They even helped me find sewing work.”
How You Can Help?
🤝 Volunteer: Serve meals or assist with registrations
🛏️ Donate: Blankets, pillows, or hygiene kits
📢 Spread Awareness: Tell those in need about locations
🏢 Sponsor: Support a shelter’s daily operations
Contact Information
📞 Panahgah Helpline: 0800-76826
📧 Email: panahgah@ehsaas.gov.pk
📍 Locator: Ehsaas Portal
“The true measure of any society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.”
Last Updated: July 2024 | Source: Ehsaas Program Office
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Key Features (اہم خصوصیات) of Ehsaas Panahgah program
- مفت رہائش: صاف بستروں کے ساتھ محفوظ جگہ
- دن میں 2 وقت کا کھانا: صحت بخش ناشتہ اور رات کا کھانا
- صفائی سہولیات: نہانے اور واش روم کی سہولت
- بنیادی طبی امداد: ہنگامی علاج کی سہولت
- 24 گھنٹے سیکورٹی: تمام مہمانوں کے لیے محفوظ ماحول
2025 میں نئی سہولیات: 15 نئے پناہ گاہیں ہسپتالوں اور بس اڈوں کے قریب
Eligibility (اہلیت)
✔ بے گھر افراد اور خاندان
✔ روزانہ مزدوری کرنے والے
✔ سفر میں پھنسے مسافر
✔ مریضوں کے رشتہ دار
Locations with Google Maps
📍 لاہور:
📍 اسلام آباد:
📍 کراچی:
How to Find (تلاش کرنے کا طریقہ)
- لکھ کر 8171 پر بھیجیں : “PANAH” ایس ایم ایس
- آن لائن: سرکاری ویب سائٹ
- ڈاؤن لوڈ کریں: Ehsaas App
Helpline (ہیلپ لائن)
📞 مفت کال: 0800-76826
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