GHTA Programme: Meezan Bank achieves Rs2bn in disbursements

KARACHI: Meezan Bank has achieved Rs 2 billion disbursements under the Government of Pakistan’s flagship affordable housing initiative, Wazir-e-Azam Apna Ghar Programme-Ghar Ho Tu Apna (GHTA). The Bank has also recorded its highest-ever monthly housing finance disbursements of PKR 1. 3 billion, reflecting the strong and growing demand for its Shariah-compliant home financing solutions and reaffirming its leadership in Pakistan’s housing finance sector. With a view to promote affordable housing finance, the Government of Pakistan has introduced a Markup Subsidy and Risk Sharing Scheme namely ‘Mera Ghar -Mera Ashiana’. Under the announced subsidized housing finance scheme, the banks are providing up to Rs 10 million loan on a fixed term basis for up to 20 years. Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, Group Head Consumer Finance and Digital Banking Meezan Bank, said that these achievements underscore Meezan Bank’s continued commitment to supporting both the Government’s affordable housing agenda and the broader housing finance market by enabling individuals and families to realize their dream of home ownership through ethical and Shariah-compliant financing solutions. Through its comprehensive portfolio of housing finance products, Meezan Bank continues to provide accessible, customer-centric financing solutions for salaried individuals, self-employed professionals, and overseas Pakistanis, he added. As Pakistan’s largest Islamic bank, Siddiqui said, Meezan Bank continues to strengthen its housing finance portfolio through simplified processes, an extensive nationwide branch network, dedicated housing finance teams, and digital initiatives that enhance customer experience and improve turnaround times. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026

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