Chief Secretary of Balochistan
The Chief Secretary of Balochistan is the highest-ranking civil servant in the provincial government of Balochistan, Pakistan. This position is pivotal for the administration and coordination of various government departments and policies within the province.
The Chief Secretary acts as the principal advisor to the Chief Minister of Balochistan and plays a crucial role in implementing the policies and directives of the provincial government.However, the Chief Secretary is not under the authority of the Chief Minister of Balochistan, as only the Prime Minister can appoint or remove the Chief Secretary from their position.
Along with overseeing the province’s administration, the Chief Secretary also acts as the primary advisor to the Chief Minister and fulfills the role of Secretary to the provincial Cabinet.. This makes the Chief Secretary a critical link between the provincial government and the federal government in Islamabad.
List of Chief Secretaries of Balochistan
Here is a comprehensive list of individuals who have served as Chief Secretary of Balochistan:
| Rifat Pasha Sheikh | |
| Assumed Office: July 1970 Left Office: June 1972 Tenure: 2 years Notable: Oversaw the early administrative setup post-Balochistan’s provincial status; facilitated initial infrastructure development and public sector organization. | |
| S.B Awan | |
| Assumed Office: June 1972 Left Office: November 1975 Tenure: 3 years, 5 months Notable: Focused on administrative consolidation and governance improvements; initiated key agricultural development programs. | |
| Syed Munir Hussain | |
| Assumed Office: November 1975 Left Office: October 1976 Tenure: 11 months Notable: Implemented significant bureaucratic reforms; worked on improving law and order situation. | |
| Nasr U Minallah | |
| Assumed Office: October 1976 Left Office: July 1977 Tenure: 9 months Notable: Worked on development projects during a politically turbulent period; enhanced provincial revenue systems. | |
| Raja Ahmed Khan | |
| Assumed Office: July 1977 Left Office: April 1980 Tenure: 2 years, 9 months Notable: Enhanced provincial infrastructure and public services; promoted education and healthcare initiatives. | |
| Zia Ud Din Khan | |
| Assumed Office: April 1980 Left Office: October 1980 Tenure: 6 months Notable: Focused on short-term administrative goals; laid groundwork for future economic policies. | |
| Jamil Ahmed | |
| Assumed Office: October 1980 Left Office: October 1982 Tenure: 2 years Notable: Played a key role in economic and social policy reforms; strengthened provincial planning mechanisms. | |
| Saleem Abbas Jillani | |
| Assumed Office: October 1982 Left Office: June 1985 Tenure: 2 years, 8 months Notable: Focused on modernizing provincial administration; initiated key infrastructure projects. | |
| Faqir Muhammad Baloch | |
| Assumed Office: June 1985 Left Office: November 1986 Tenure: 1 year, 5 months Notable: Enhanced rural development programs; improved agricultural productivity. | |
| S.R Poneegar | |
| Assumed Office: November 1986 Left Office: September 1990 Tenure: 3 years, 10 months Notable: Introduced significant public sector reforms; strengthened administrative capacity. | |
| Javed Talat | |
| Assumed Office: September 1990 Left Office: September 1991 Tenure: 1 year Notable: Worked on improving governance transparency; initiated key economic policies. | |
| A.Z.K Sherdil | |
| Assumed Office: September 1991 Left Office: September 1994 Tenure: 3 years Notable: Focused on administrative efficiency and public service delivery; enhanced inter-departmental coordination. | |
| Sikandar Hayat Jamali | |
| Assumed Office: September 1994 Left Office: November 1996 Tenure: 2 years, 2 months Notable: Emphasized economic growth and development projects; promoted public-private partnerships. | |
| Syed Roshan Zameer | |
| Assumed Office: November 1996 Left Office: April 1997 Tenure: 5 months Notable: Initiated key public sector reforms; improved provincial revenue systems. | |
| Syed Shahid Hussain | |
| Assumed Office: April 1997 Left Office: May 1998 Tenure: 1 year, 1 month Notable: Strengthened provincial governance structures; enhanced public sector efficiency. | |
| Muhammad Younas Khan | |
| Assumed Office: May 1998 Left Office: February 1999 Tenure: 9 months Notable: Focused on enhancing administrative processes; promoted sustainable development projects. | |
| Mirza Qamar Baig | |
| Assumed Office: February 1999 Left Office: February 2000 Tenure: 1 year Notable: Worked on economic policy and development; improved governance transparency. | |
| Maj (R) Muhammad Ashraf Nasir | |
| Assumed Office: February 2000 Left Office: March 2001 Tenure: 1 year, 1 month Notable: Focused on security and administrative reforms; enhanced provincial planning mechanisms. |  |
| Maj (R) Ayub Khan | |
| Assumed Office: March 2001 Left Office: November 2001 Tenure: 8 months Notable: Enhanced coordination among provincial departments; promoted inter-departmental collaboration. | |
| Pervaiz Saleem | |
| Assumed Office: December 2001 Left Office: January 2003 Tenure: 1 year, 1 month Notable: Worked on administrative restructuring; initiated key development projects. | |
| Maj (R) Muhammad Ashraf Nasir | |
| Assumed Office: January 2003 Left Office: August 2004 Tenure: 1 year, 7 months Notable: Focused on development projects and governance reforms; improved public sector efficiency. |  |
| Maj (R) Naeem Kha | |
| Assumed Office: August 2004 Left Office: May 2005 Tenure: 9 months Notable: Improved public sector efficiency and accountability; enhanced economic development programs. | |
| KB Rind | |
| Assumed Office: May 2005 Left Office: April 2008 Tenure: 2 years, 11 months Notable: Focused on economic development and infrastructure projects; promoted sustainable development initiatives. | |
| Nasir Mahmood Khosa | |
| Assumed Office: April 2008 Left Office: February 2010 Tenure: 1 year, 10 months Notable: Strengthened administrative transparency and efficiency; enhanced provincial governance structures. | |
| Mir Ahmed Bakhsh Lehri | |
| Assumed Office: February 2010 Left Office: March 2012 Tenure: 2 years, 1 month Notable: Enhanced governance and public service delivery; focused on economic reforms and development projects. |  |
| Babar Yaqoob Fateh Muhammad | |
| Assumed Office: March 2012 Left Office: June 2014 Tenure: 2 years, 3 months Notable: Focused on economic reforms and development projects; improved public service delivery. |  |
| Saifullah Chattha | |
| Assumed Office: June 2014 Left Office: March 2017 Tenure: 2 years, 9 months Notable: Enhanced economic reforms and development projects; promoted public-private partnerships. |  |
| Shoaib Mir Memon | |
| Assumed Office: March 2017 Left Office: May 2017 Tenure: 2 months Notable: Focused on administrative efficiency and public service delivery. |  |
| Aurangzeb Haque | |
| Assumed Office: May 2017 Left Office: June 2018 Tenure: 1 year, 1 month Notable: Worked on enhancing public service delivery and governance; initiated key infrastructure projects. | |
| Akhtar Nazir | |
| Assumed Office: June 2018 Left Office: August 2019 Tenure: 1 year, 2 months Notable: Focused on infrastructure development and economic growth; improved governance transparency. |  |
| Fazeel Asghar | |
| Assumed Office: August 2019 Left Office: February 2021 Tenure: 1 year, 6 months Notable: Emphasized governance reforms and public service improvements; initiated key economic policies. |  |
| Mather Niaz Rana | |
| Assumed Office: February 2021 Left Office: April 2022 Tenure: 1 year, 2 months Notable: Focused on enhancing administrative processes and efficiency; promoted sustainable development initiatives. |  |
| Abdul Aziz Uqaili | |
| Assumed Office: April 2022 Left Office: August 2023 Tenure: 1 year, 4 months Notable: Improved public service delivery and infrastructure projects; worked on economic policy reforms. |  |
| Shakeel Qadir Khan | |
| Assumed Office: August 2023 Left Office: Incumbent Tenure: Ongoing Notable: Working on sustainable development and governance reforms; focusing on enhancing public sector efficiency and transparency. |  |
The role of the Chief Secretary is crucial in shaping the administrative landscape of Balochistan. Over the years, the province has witnessed various challenges and transformations, with each Chief Secretary playing a significant part in steering the region through these times. The legacy of these officials reflects their dedication and efforts toward the betterment of Balochistan, contributing to its development and governance. Their collective experiences and leadership have helped pave the way for continued progress and prosperity in the province.