Balochistan Province

Quetta | ReNews Pakistan The Government of Balochistan has officially abolished all ‘B’ areas in the province and converted them into ‘A’ areas, merging the Levies Force into the provincial police. This decision brings uniform law enforcement across urban and rural districts, with all former ‘B’ areas now under the jurisdiction of the Balochistan Police. The concept of ‘B Areas’ historically existed to manage rural and tribal regions where direct police presence was limited. In these areas, the Levies Force operated under the supervision of divisional and district officials, allowing local administration and tribal customs to guide law enforcement. While this system aimed to maintain order in remote regions, it often led to administrative ambiguities and legal complications. Under the new arrangement, Sibi and Loralai divisions have been officially designated as ‘A’ areas, bringing them fully under police authority. All personnel of the Levies Force including those previously serving under federal command and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Wing are being integrated into the Balochistan Police while retaining their current ranks, pay scales, and benefits. Assets such as offices, check-posts, vehicles, weapons, records, and infrastructure previously managed by the Levies in these areas will also be transferred to police control. Officials said the merger will simplify the legal and administrative framework related to land and territorial oversight. It ensures that every district in the province will now operate under a single law enforcement system, removing overlapping jurisdictions that had previously caused confusion. Commissioners of Sibi and Loralai divisions have been directed to complete the transition within 30 days of the notification. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti stated that the move aims to enhance transparency, strengthen public protection, and unify the province’s law enforcement. Integrated personnel and police forces will now jointly oversee land, infrastructure, and district management, ensuring consistent and effective administration across all areas. Authorities emphasized that this administrative change marks a major step toward modernizing governance and policing in Balochistan, providing citizens with clear legal and territorial frameworks, and improving overall security management across the province.