Billions of rupees allocated for public welfare:
Billions of rupees have been allocated in the provincial budget for public welfare projects and providing basic amenities to the public, Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Friday.
Social Services Minister Felix Perera told the 'Daily News' that the monthly social welfare allowance granted to families with differently abled members has been increased from Rs.1,000 up to Rs.3,000 through the 2011 budget.