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NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 18 January 2016

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NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems
The National Press Club has introduced a 'Kitchen Package' to aid members struggling with financial difficulties. This initiative aims to provide essential food items to those affected by job losses or salary delays.

ISLAMABAD - The National Press Club has initiated scheme aimed at helping members facing financial difficulties because of joblessness or delay in payment of salaries by their respective organizations.

The 'Kitchen Package' as it is named will provide members such items as vegetable oil, pulses, rice, sugar, and flour. An NPC announcement said members in need of support can contact President Shakeel Anjum. It said their names will not be disclosed.

KEY POINTS:

  • Initiative launched by the National Press Club
  • Supports members facing financial difficulties
  • Provides essential items like oil, pulses, and rice
  • Confidentiality maintained for members in need
  • Contact President Shakeel Anjum for assistance

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