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Balochistan's administrative restructuring divides Quetta into two districts
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2026-07-11 18:28   Politics   10

Balochistan's administrative restructuring divides Quetta into two districts

The Balochistan government has announced significant administrative changes, including splitting Quetta district into East and West Quetta along the railway line.This restructuring increases the province's divisions from eight to 11 and districts from 36 to 41.East Quetta comprises Saddar, City, and Sariab sub-divisions, while West Quetta includes Kuchlak, Brewery, and Panjpai.Brewery tehsil has been newly introduced.Mastung district, previously part of Kalat division, is now under Quetta division.Opposition from tribal chiefs and leaders like Nawabzada Haji Lashkari Raisani has emerged, citing historical grievances.Kalat division is bifurcated into Khuzdar and Lasbela, with new districts like Wadh and Surab created.Other changes include renaming divisions, adjusting sub-divisions, and reorganizing tehsils.The reforms face criticism for altering historical boundaries and affecting regional dynamics.

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