The Bayat Foundation has continued its nationwide Ramadan assistance campaign by distributing food packages to dozens of vulnerable families in Jawzjan province, in northern Afghanistan.

The aid parcels — which include flour, rice, and cooking oil — are intended to help families meet their basic food needs during the holy month of Ramadan, a time when many households face increased expenses while already struggling with limited income.

Foundation officials in Jawzjan said the program is part of the organization’s annual Ramadan initiative and will continue throughout the month, with additional distributions planned in other areas of the province and across the country.

Afghanistan remains in the midst of a prolonged humanitarian crisis marked by widespread poverty, unemployment, and food insecurity.

International humanitarian organizations have repeatedly warned that millions of Afghans require assistance to meet their basic needs, particularly in rural provinces where economic opportunities are limited and many families depend on seasonal labor.

Residents who received the assistance said the support arrived at a critical time. Beneficiaries noted that the food packages help sustain families during Ramadan and ease the financial pressure faced by low-income households.

The Bayat Foundation has long been involved in humanitarian work across Afghanistan, providing assistance to communities affected by poverty, natural disasters, and displacement.

Founded by Afghan businessman and philanthropist Dr Ehsanullah Bayat, the organization has implemented programs in healthcare, education, and emergency relief in various provinces.

Officials say the Ramadan aid campaign is ongoing and aims to reach thousands of families across Afghanistan, providing essential food supplies during one of the most important months in the Islamic calendar.