A budget of non-development expenditures (opens original article in a new tab)

Balochistan's FY27 budget prioritizes security and maintenance over development, facing public and political criticism for lacking support for ordinary citizens and underfunding essential services.

• Balochistan's FY27 budget allocates most funds to security and existing services rather than development
• Provincial government faces protests and criticism over perceived lack of support for ordinary citizens and public sector employees
• Education and health sectors receive significant funding but much is directed towards salaries and non-development expenditures
• Budget criticized as unrealistic and anti-people by opposition and public representatives