Baluchistan – Development, Challenges and Options

Abstract

This research is the qualitative study and analysis in which case study has been done to explore the historical circumstances, current challenges and future options for Baluchistan region. Baluchistan is the largest province of Pakistan in terms of area, however, the smallest in population. It is studied that due to geographical position, richness in natural resources and political gains Baluchistan region remain important but underdeveloped and unstable region. Different anti-state elements kept intervene in the region resulted in security risks. Baluchistan faced and is facing different challenges in respect to, economic, social, geographical, political and security factors that impede its development. The challenges, opportunities and options are descriptively discussed in this study. The study conclude the need of educated middle class in the province, their participation in the politics for stability and development. Moreover, the study highlights the dire need of effective political communication process for strong democratic practices in the region.