Title: Iran Implements Comprehensive Support Package, Delivering Up to 2.4 Million Tomans to Households
In a significant move to bolster economic resilience and support purchasing power, the Iranian government has rolled out a trio of essential financial support measures for the month of Aban. This integrated package, designed to provide targeted assistance to various segments of society, combines direct cash transfers and commodity subsidies, with a potential total value of up to 2.4 million tomans per eligible individual.
A Tripartite Support Strategy
The government’s approach utilizes three distinct channels to ensure aid reaches households effectively. This strategy underscores a commitment to refining welfare distribution, aiming to direct resources more precisely to those in need while optimizing the use of national resources.
1. Direct Cash Subsidies: Guaranteed Financial Aid
The Direct Cash Subsidy remains a cornerstone of the government’s social support system. For Aban, the allocation is structured as follows:
- Lower-income deciles (1-3): 400,000 tomans per person.
- Middle-income deciles (4-9): 300,000 tomans per person.
These amounts are deposited monthly, with the total household payment calculated based on the number of family members. For instance, a three-person family in the first three deciles will receive 1.2 million tomans.
2. Electronic Commodity Coupons: Strengthening Access to Essentials
To directly facilitate access to basic goods, the government is continuing and enhancing the Electronic Commodity Coupon scheme. Reports indicate that for Aban, individuals in the first three income deciles will receive approximately 500,000 tomans in credit. This credit is designated for the purchase of 11 essential food and hygiene items.
The program is noted for its focus on equitable distribution and its targeted approach toward lower-income families, while also enabling more effective oversight of resource allocation.
3. The Yasna Plan: Special Support for Mothers and Children
The Yasna Plan provides dedicated support for pregnant women and children under two years of age from the first to seventh income deciles. For the current month, an allocation of 1.5 million tomans has been designated for each eligible individual. This financial aid is intended to cover the nutritional and hygienic needs of both mother and child, with provisions for items such as dairy, protein, legumes, detergents, and diapers.
A Forward-Looking Approach to Economic Support
The combination of these three support mechanisms represents a strategic shift towards more efficient and targeted payment systems. This model is designed to prevent resource wastage and better channel state aid. The stability of this support is a key priority, with parliamentary representatives emphasizing the importance of securing sustainable budget allocations for these vital programs to ensure their continuity and effectiveness for Iranian households.