News Desk:
Quetta – Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti chaired a crucial meeting of the Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA) Advisory Council, where major decisions were made to strengthen the province’s financial base and move towards fiscal autonomy.
The meeting reviewed revenue collection data from 2016 to 2025, highlighting progress and challenges. Officials identified several new sectors to be brought under the tax-on-services regime, a step aimed at widening the tax net and increasing provincial income.
To improve efficiency, the council also approved the introduction of training programs for BRA officers and staff, enhancing professional capacity to deal with modern revenue challenges.
CM Bugti underscored the importance of reducing dependence on federal transfers:
“Balochistan must expand its financial resources to achieve economic self-reliance. Transparency, ease of taxation, and digital solutions will be introduced to facilitate taxpayers and curb tax evasion,” he said.
He added that effective strategies will be implemented to prevent tax evasion and ensure sustainable revenue growth. Bugti further stressed that Balochistan’s development is not possible without financial independence.
The Chief Minister also directed that regular BRA Advisory Council meetings be held to evaluate performance, set new revenue targets, and strengthen the province’s economic stability.
