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Event Title: Senator Jan Muhammad, Convener Sub-Committee of the Senate Standing Committee on Problems of Less Developed Areas presiding over a meeting of the sub-committee at Parliament Lodges Islamabad
Event Date: 2026-10-14
Senator Jan Muhammad aims Comprehensive and fair Report on Aghaz-e Haqooq-e- Balochistan scheme Development Projects, Funds and 5,000 Jobs
A meeting of the Senate Sub-committee on Problems of Less Developed Areas was held at Old PIPS Hall, Parliament Lodges, Islamabad, under the convenorship of Senator Jan Muhammad. Senators Dinesh Kumar and Syed Kazim Ali Shah attended the meeting.
Officials from the Establishment Division and the Planning Division briefed the committee on the implementation of the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package, development projects, allocation and utilisation of funds, employment opportunities and the progress of various schemes in Balochistan.
Convener Senator Jan Muhammad said that the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package was a crucial yet an important initiative aimed at safeguarding the rights of the people of Balochistan, promoting development and addressing the sense of deprivation in the province. He noted that significant initiatives had been undertaken during the Pakistan Peoples Party's tenure; however, the desired results could not be achieved due to gaps in implementation. He stressed the need for serious efforts to address the province's issues and fulfil the commitments made under the package.
The Planning Division briefed the committee on development projects worth Rs348 billion for Balochistan and four projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). Senator Dinesh Kumar raised concerns over the information presented and emphasised that the committee should be provided the accurate and verified figures. The Convener directed the concerned authorities to submit comprehensive details of the funds allocated under the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package, the total cost of each project, allocations made against individual schemes and the utilisation of funds.
Senator Dinesh Kumar called for a complete list of all approved development projects, concerned departments and schemes for Balochistan . He stressed that the record should clearly reflect the release and utilisation of funds, work completed and progress achieved on ongoing projects. He expressed concern that certain schemes appeared in official documents, while their actual implementation on the ground remained vague. The Convener also expressed displeasure over the late submission of reports shortly before the meeting, stating that committee members must be given sufficient time to examine the documents and prepare for meaningful deliberations. He directed all relevant divisions and departments to provide reports at least 48 hours before the next meeting.
Senator Dinesh Kumar further emphasised that the issues of Balochistan must not be overlooked and that the relevant authorities should effectively address public grievances. Seeking details of fisheries-related schemes, he asked the concerned officials to clarify whether the projects included in the package were operational, what progress had been made and how the allocated funds had been utilised. The committee called for a comprehensive report on all projects under this special schemes in the next meeting. The committee also reviewed funding for roads, dams and other development projects in Balochistan. Senator Dinesh Kumar stressed that the relevant departments should submit detailed accounts of funds allocated and released, expenditure incurred, work completed and the status of ongoing schemes.
The Convener asked the complete record of the 5,000 jobs announced under the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package, including the measures taken to create the posts, the number of vacancies filled and the current status of implementation.
The committee also discussed the recruitment and job security of teachers, particularly those appointed in Grades 14, 15 and 16 who holds master's and PhD degrees but still on contract jobs. Questions were raised regarding the measures taken to provide these teachers with permanent employment and adequate job protection.
Add Secretary Estbs briefed the committee on the importance of professional development and capacity-building of officers from Balochistan in CSS academy with many other relaxations of rules in age and examination attempts. The meeting discussed the need to provide appropriate training, guidance and opportunities to work alongside experienced officers. The proposal to enhance their professional skills and efficiency through relevant training institutions was also considered.
The Convener stressed that all relevant divisions and departments must submit complete, accurate and verifiable information on funds allocated under the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package, approved development projects, employment initiatives. He directed the concerned authorities to present comprehensive reports at the next meeting to enable the committee to assess the actual status of implementation and recommend effective measures for addressing the issues faced by the people of Balochistan.
The meeting was attended by senior officials from Establishment Division, PSDP.