QUETTA: The Pashtunkhwa National Awami Party (PKNAP) has issued a strong demand to the Chief Minister of Balochistan, urging the immediate elevation of Muslim Bagh to district status. In a press statement, the party condemned the continued denial of this status as “open injustice” to the region’s residents.
The party highlighted Muslim Bagh’s long administrative history, noting it has functioned as a formal sub-district (tehsil) since 1901. It argued that the area is fully qualified for district status based on historical, geographical, and administrative grounds. The growing population and increasing public needs, the statement added, necessitate this upgrade to facilitate local access to essential services in education, health, and governance.
The PKNAP praised past and present efforts to achieve this goal. It commended former MPA Ms. Shaina Kakar (Khor) for getting a relevant resolution passed in the provincial assembly, calling it a “welcome historical development.” The party also lauded Provincial President Nasrullah Khan Zeerai for his vigorous defense of the resolution in the assembly, effectively advocating for the people of Muslim Bagh.
In its conclusion, the party called on the Chief Minister to take “immediate and concrete steps” in light of the provincial assembly’s resolution and the legitimate aspirations of the people. The demand seeks to finally grant what the PKNAP terms a “long-standing constitutional right” to the residents of Muslim Bagh.
Meanqhile Speaker of the National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq held a meeting with the Chief Minister and Governor of Balochistan to discuss the province’s development projects and security situation.
According to a private TV report, the meeting included Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, Governor Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar.
During the discussions, detailed talks took place regarding ongoing development initiatives in Balochistan.
Speaker Ayaz Sadiq emphasized that Pakistan’s progress is closely linked to the development of Balochistan, stating that peace and development in the province remain a top priority for the federal
