Grand jirga in Turbat pledges support for martyrs’ families

A grand tribal jirga held in Turbat pledged support for the families of innocent civilians martyred in terrorist incidents.

The event saw the participation of key figures, including the Governor of Balochistan, Chief Minister, Corps Commander Quetta, IG FC Balochistan (South), ministers, tribal leaders, women, and students.

The ceremony began with a wreath-laying at the martyrs’ memorial, followed by prayers for the departed.

Scholarships for the youth of Balochistan were also announced, underscoring a commitment to education and development in the region.

Tribal leaders lauded the essential role of law enforcement agencies in maintaining peace across Balochistan, pledging their support for ongoing efforts to establish lasting stability.

The participants expressed full confidence in the efforts of the Balochistan government and the Pakistan Armed Forces to promote development and security in the area, emphasizing their dedication to working closely with these institutions.

On October 17, a jirga was organised by the district administration to address women's issues for the first time in Balochistan's history.

The jirga, held in the Awaran district today, was organised by Deputy Commissioner Engineer Ayesha Zahri.

It saw strong participation from lady doctors, female teachers, college students, and women councillors.

During the event, participants made recommendations for establishing a Vocational Training and Embroidery Centre, addressing the shortage of furniture and teachers in girls’ colleges, and providing transportation for female students, with assurances of prompt action on these requests.

At the conclusion of the jirga, attendees praised the district administration's efforts and assured their full cooperation.

Pakistan's first-ever female jirga was held in 2013 called Khwaindo Tolana, which means 'sister's group', aims to provide legal support to women.

This was when 16-year-old Tahira was murdered in a horrific acid attack and her poverty-stricken parents got no justice. Pakistan officials slammed the door in their faces and the police refused to listen.

The prime suspect - the girl's abusive husband - lived in freedom until the case was taken up by Pakistan's first female jirga, a community assembly set up to win justice for women in the face of immense discrimination.