Balochistan to present Rs1.2tr surplus, tax-free budget on June 17

WEB DESK: The government of Balochistan is set to present its budget for fiscal year 2026-27 on June 17, with officials indicating that the financial plan will be surplus and tax-free, according to sources in the provincial finance department.

The budget, to be presented by Provincial Finance Minister Shoaib Nosherwani, is expected to reflect continued focus on fiscal stability and development priorities across the province.

Education sector to receive major allocation

Officials said the education sector will remain the top priority in the upcoming budget, with an allocation of around Rs150b proposed for the next fiscal year.

The Finance Department said the allocation aims to improve access to education, strengthen public institutions, and support infrastructure development in schools and colleges across Balochistan.

They added that the government is committed to enhancing human capital development through sustained investment in the sector.

Salary increase in line with federal structure

The Finance Department further stated that salaries of government employees will be increased in line with the federal government’s announced revisions for the upcoming fiscal year.

Officials said the measure is aimed at providing relief to public sector employees amid rising inflationary pressures, while maintaining fiscal discipline.

They added that the budget strategy seeks to balance welfare measures with the province’s surplus target, ensuring sustainable financial management and continuity of development spending priorities.

Officials maintained that detailed budget documents will be presented in the provincial assembly session, outlining sector-wise allocations and development priorities for the coming financial year and will be made public after approval from the cabinet and relevant parliamentary processes also in due course.