Asmat Hanafi, Qaseem Shah, News Desk:
QUETTA / BARSHORE (March 27, 2026): Chief Minister Balochistan, Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, on Friday addressed a large public gathering in Barshore, marking its elevation to the status of a district and unveiling a series of development and governance measures for the newly formed administrative unit.
Speaking to a charged crowd comprising provincial ministers, lawmakers, tribal elders, and a large number of residents, the chief minister said the creation of new districts aims to bring neglected and underdeveloped regions into the mainstream of progress.
“Expanding administrative units is not just a bureaucratic exercise—it is about ensuring that remote areas receive their rightful share of development and public services,” he said.
Focus on Governance and Services
The chief minister announced that a competent deputy commissioner has already been appointed on merit to lead the district administration. He further pledged that all schools in the newly formed district would be made fully functional to improve access to education.
In a major healthcare boost, he declared that the Barshore hospital would be upgraded to the status of a District Headquarters (DHQ) hospital. Additionally, basic health units in the area will be connected with major hospitals in big cities through modern technology, enabling better medical consultation and emergency response.
Law and Order Measures
Highlighting the importance of security, Bugti said that existing police stations would be strengthened and new ones established to ensure improved law and order in the region.
During the gathering, he also handed over the official notification of the Barshore Municipal Committee to local leader and Parliamentary Secretary, Asfandyar Khan Kakar, signaling the start of local governance structures in the district.
Condemnation of Yaroo Incident
The chief minister strongly condemned the recent tragic shooting in the Yaroo area of Pishin, where three members of a family were killed. He vowed that those responsible would be brought to justice.
“We will not tolerate such acts of violence. The perpetrators will be taken to task and punished according to the law,” he stated.
Political Tone and Public Message
Addressing criticism, Bugti said that while political differences exist, they should not divide communities. “We may have disagreements, but we remain brothers,” he remarked, adding that he would not succumb to pressure or “blackmail” on social media.
In a candid comment, he also referred to the long-standing presence of Afghan refugees, saying that despite decades of hospitality, the response has sometimes been disappointing.
Commitment to Equal Development
Reaffirming his government’s vision, the chief minister pledged to ensure equal development across all districts of Balochistan.
