QUETTA: Advisor to the Women Development Department, Dr. Rubaba Khan Buledi, emphasized that the Government of Balochistan is taking concrete and sustainable measures to empower women across all sectors of life.
She made these remarks while addressing the launch ceremony of the “Balochistan Gender Parity Report,” organized by UN Women at BUITEMS on Thursday, where she was the chief guest.
The event was attended by Provincial Minister for Education Ms. Raheela Hameed Khan Durrani, Secretary Women Development Ms. Saira Atta, former Chairperson of the Balochistan Commission on the Status of Women Ms. Fauzia Shaheen, civil society representatives, university faculty, students, and prominent women from various fields.
The event was hosted by Ms. Ayesha Wadood, head of UN Women Balochistan.
Dr. Buledi remarked that the women of Balochistan are capable, courageous, and visionary—they only need the right opportunities. She highlighted that analytical studies like the Gender Parity Report are crucial for policy-making and strategic planning, as they provide data-driven insights for practical implementation. She stated that women’s development is not only an individual issue but a foundation for overall societal progress.
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The Government of Balochistan, she said, is working to enhance female participation in education, healthcare, and the economy, while also introducing legislative reforms and institutional changes to promote gender equality. At the end of the event, Dr. Rubaba Khan Buledi presented shields and souvenirs to women who have excelled in various sectors.
