Provincial Women Development Secretary Saira Atta said on Friday that based on the special direction of Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti, education, employment and skill development opportunities are being provided to women of Balochistan in a dignified and safe environment in the community.
QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 27th Mar, 2026) Provincial Women Development Minister Saira Atta on Friday said that on special directives of Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, women in Balochistan are being provided with opportunities for education, employment and skill development in a dignified and safe environment in the society.
She said this during her speech at an event organized by the Center for the Protection of Women, Children and Minors and Combating Gender Discrimination of the Police Department and various governmental and non-governmental organizations on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Provincial Women Ombudsman on Harassment Ms. Tahira Baloch, Balochistan Police Headquarters Hassan Asad Alvi, AIG Gender Affairs Israr Ahmed Imrani, Resident Director, Aurat Foundation Balochistan Alauddin Khilji, Coordinator Aurat Foundation Balochistan Yasmin Mughal, Regional Leader, UN Women Balochistan Ayesha Wadud, UNFPA Shamila, Women Crisis Director Benazir Centre. Quetta Rubina Zehri, NWRC Muhammad Ali, BRSP Saima Javed, WJFC psychologist Uma Attah, Incharge WJFC Shazia Imran, Islamic Relief Rubina Kausar and Rabiya Zakir from PDMA were also present at the function. Regional Secretary for Women’s Development, Saira Atta, said women’s rights must go beyond speeches to practical action, as women already excel in many fields.
She said that this historic initiative was presented Pakistan With a reliable and unified gender reporting platform in place, the journey towards long-term accountability has begun.
She said that the Balochistan Women Protection from Harassment at Workplace Act, 2016 was introduced with the idea of creating a safe environment within institutions where women and men can work without fear and insecurity.
She said that this law provided a regular system for registering harassment complaints, and every institution must form an investigation committee under this law and adopt a clear policy against harassment. This law ensures that incidents that occur in the workplace are investigated in a timely and transparent manner, and that justice is provided to affected individuals. She stated that in addition, organizations also have a responsibility to provide awareness to their employees in this regard and promote a dignified, safe and professional environment. Various steps are being taken regarding women’s rights in Balochistan. However, many problems remain at the practical level
She said that according to statistics, several incidents of violence against women would be reported by 2025, including domestic violence, harassment and other crimes.
She said that to solve these problems, not only legislation but also effective implementation is necessary. For the development of women in Balochistan, it is necessary to invest more in education, health, employment sectors and involve women in the decision-making process. Without this, sustainable development will not be possible.
Representatives of NGOs present at the ceremony expressed their views and said that Avaji Alliance Aurat Foundation, UN Women, Balochistan Rural Support Programme, Tarqi Foundation, Community Strengthening and Educational Promotion Society Balochistan and Ehsaas PK Balochistan have organized various activities in connection with this day in 2026. They said that programs were organized with young students from different regions on the theme of ending gender-based violence, women’s rights, justice and practicality. Steps for this.
These activities aim to raise awareness of the younger generation about gender equality, women’s rights and justice.
On this occasion, Balochistan DIG Police Headquarters Hassan Asad Alvi said that the province is working to empower women and make the police system people friendly. Women appointed to senior and fourth-grade positions in the Central Police Office and various districts discharge their important responsibilities with honor and responsibility.
He said that women police personnel are now carrying out administrative and other decision-making responsibilities at various police stations including complaints officers, deputy editors and computer operators. your a result Through these appointments, female employees began to play an active and dynamic role in listening to and promptly resolving problems faced by women and ordinary citizens, including domestic violence, significantly increasing public confidence. He said that through these reforms, a safe, dignified and trust-based environment is provided to all complainants, including women, in police stations, so that the public can register their complaints without fear or hesitation. Appreciating the services of Pakistani women in various fields, DIG Headquarters said that women can perform outstandingly in any field with equal opportunities.
He said that it is our religion Islam Teaches protection of women’s rights and good behavior. Our social and family values and traditions are pioneers in creating a civilized society in which women obtain rights, freedom, importance and respect, so that they can make the best use of their mental and physical abilities and talents and take full advantage of the opportunities and facilities available for development and progress in all areas of life including education, health and work.
He said that women have a very important place in our society and the role of women in the development of the country cannot be denied. However, women should not be afraid to go about their business in society without fear or danger.
We all have an individual and collective responsibility to provide an enabling environment for women to feel safe. Protection of women and immediate solution to their problems are among the top priorities of Balochistan Police. Ensuring respect and dignity for women, protecting their chastity and economic independence, and protecting them from sexual exploitation is our duty essential duty. Giving women their proper place in all positions in society is our primary duty.
At the ceremony, Provincial Women’s Anti-Harassment Ombudsman, Tahira Baloch, said that a large number of women in Balochistan are still deprived of basic facilities, especially in rural areas, and the lack of education The health facilities are remarkable. If women are given equal opportunities, they can play a full role in the development of society. Governmental and non-governmental organizations are working on various programs to empower women. These programs aim to provide women with education, skills and job opportunities so that they can achieve self-sufficiency. Besides, steps are also being taken to eliminate violence against women and protect their legal rights.
He said that a change in social attitudes is inevitable to protect women’s rights. Unless women are recognized as equal citizens, real progress will not be possible.
On this day, in addition to paying tribute to women’s struggle, sacrifices and achievements, the commitment to gender equality, women’s rights and ending violence against them is renewed.
He said that anti-harassment institutions exist and our doors are open to all women and their complaints will be addressed under the current system for immediate redress.