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In the coming days, Uzbekistan will begin one-time compensation payments to low-income families of 270,000 sums to help cover part of their gas and electricity expenses. While the amount isn’t substantial, as the saying goes, “You don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.”
Who Will Receive the Compensation and When?
Payments will be distributed to 1.4 million low-income families. The government has allocated over 370 billion sums for this support. By the end of October, the “Inson” Social Services Center, the Mahalla Association, and local authorities (hokimiyats) will form lists of eligible families who will then receive the payments.
With the heating season (November to February) approaching, utility costs rise significantly. To ease this financial burden, the government issues an annual one-time assistance divided into two categories:
Additional List — for other low-income families, estimated at around 180,000.
Main List — includes families who already receive child benefits and/or financial assistance through the “Unified Social Protection Registry.” This category covers 1.2 million families.
The funds will be credited to Halk Bank cards by November 27, 2024.
How to Receive the Compensation?
To be included on the list of recipients, families should contact their local mahalla. For consultations or dispute resolutions, the “Inson” Social Services Center’s hotline is available at short number 1140.
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