On February 19, 2026, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Pakistan approved the immediate release of Rs19 billion for the Prime Minister’s Ramazan Relief Package (PMRRP) 2026, aimed at providing financial assistance to low-income families during the holy month of Ramazan. This package, which totals Rs38 billion, is expected to benefit over 12 million families through direct digital payments. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stated, "The remaining requirement out of the proposed Rs25 billion will be released as and when necessary, in line with fiscal space," emphasizing the government's commitment to timely disbursement while maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ECC also granted in-principle approval for Rs1 billion in operational expenses, highlighting the need for transparency and detailed cost breakdowns to ensure compliance with financial regulations (Dawn, February 19, 2026; Business Recorder, February 19, 2026).