QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Thursday assured a tribal jirga in Awaran that the district’s hard-earned peace would be protected and development accelerated, saying no one would be allowed to undermine stability in the province.

The assurance came during an important tribal jirga chaired by the chief minister in Awaran.

Addressing the jirga, CM Bugti praised the role of tribal elders and the people of Awaran in promoting peace, stability and development. He also paid tribute to the sacrifices made by civilians and security forces in the fight against terrorism.

He said lasting peace in Balochistan could only be achieved through close cooperation among the people, the civil administration and security forces.

The chief minister said the provincial government was launching new development projects in Awaran and working in coordination with security institutions to improve basic services, create employment opportunities and strengthen public welfare in underdeveloped areas.

He said special measures were being taken for the development of the entire Makran Division, including Awaran, adding that ongoing projects under the Balochistan Sustainable Development Initiative (BSDI) had already brought visible improvements to the district.

CM Bugti said the government was also considering additional long-term development schemes to address public issues on a permanent basis across the region.

Published in Dawn, July 3rd, 2026