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QUETTA — The Balochistan provincial government has finalized a historic, surplus, and tax-free budget for the fiscal year 2026-27. Totaling an expected Rs 1,200 billion, the new Balochistan budget will be officially presented in the provincial assembly on June 17, 2026, by Provincial Finance Minister Shoaib Nosherwani.
​According to exclusive details obtained by Quettawise.com via senior sources in the Finance Department, the upcoming budget prioritizes massive relief for government employees and a record-breaking allocation for the education sector.
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Record Rs 150 Billion Allocated for Balochistan Education Budget
​In a landmark move to strengthen human resources, the provincial government has allocated over Rs 150 billion for the education sector.
​This is the largest educational budget in the history of Balochistan. Senior officials confirmed that this heavy funding is specifically targeted to:
​Upgrade infrastructure for schools, colleges, and universities across rural and urban Balochistan.
​Launch modern digital learning initiatives and new educational projects.
​Improve the overall quality of public sector education.
​Government Employees Salary and Pension Increase Update
​Amid rising inflation, the Balochistan Budget 2026-27 brings good news for public servants. Following the federal government’s model, the Finance Department has finalized a comprehensive relief package.
​Government employees in Balochistan will receive a substantial increase in salaries, allowances, and pensions to cushion the impact of inflation. The exact percentage of the ad-hoc relief allowance will be announced during Minister Shoaib Nosherwani’s budget speech.
​Tax-Free and Surplus Budget Strategy
​To maintain economic stability, the Balochistan government is continuing its strict surplus budget policy.
​The government has chosen not to introduce new provincial taxes, keeping the budget completely tax-free. Simultaneously, existing tax exemptions will remain unchanged. This strategic move aims to provide breathing room to local businesses and the public while ensuring steady provincial growth.
​Health, Roads, and Infrastructure Development
​Aside from education, the Annual Development Programme (ADP) for FY 2026-27 focuses heavily on public utility sectors. Major funds are being set aside for:
​Healthcare Upgrades: Better equipment and medicine supply in district hospitals.
​Clean Drinking Water: New water supply schemes for drought-hit regions.
​Road Networks: Connecting remote districts to Quetta to boost local trade.
​Live Balochistan Budget Speech on June 17
​The Finance Department has confirmed that all budget documents are finalized and approved. Finance Minister Shoaib Nosherwani will deliver the comprehensive budget speech on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
​The speech will provide a detailed breakdown of developmental targets, revenue generation, and a review of the previous fiscal year’s performance.
