PML-N nominates NP’s Abdul Malik Baloch as Balochistan CM

E-Paper | June 15, 2026

MURREE: After consultation with other party leaders, Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif announced the nomination of National Party’s (NP) Abdul Malik Baloch for the post of Balochistan Chief Minister.

In post-meeting press conference on Sunday, June 2, Nawaz Sharif also said that the next Balochistan governor would be appointed from Pashtoonkhwa Milli Awami Party. Sanaullah Zehri and Mir Hasil Bizenjo were also present on the occasion.

The National Party chief was one of the three nominees for the slot of chief minister in Balochistan. Other nominees for the post of CM included Sardar Sanaullah Zehri and Nawab Changez Marri of PML-N.

Hailing from a middle-class background, Dr Baloch’s nomination is considered as a positive step towards improving the situation in the restive province.

Dr Baloch has thrice been an MPA in the Balochistan Assembly. He also served as education minister in Nawab Akbar Bugti’s cabinet.

His nomination was also proposed and backed by Mahmood Khan Achakzai, chief of the Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP).

The PML-N chief on this occasion said that it was a day of celebration for democracy and everyone had gathered for the betterment of Balochistan. He also said that the PML-N would not allow any repetition of mistakes.

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Shahid

Jun 02, 2013 07:09pm

First step in the right direction, May Almighty bring Lasting peace to Baluchistan.

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NASAH (USA)

Jun 02, 2013 07:32pm

If anybody who will bring peace in Baluchistan it is Nawaz Sharif.

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M Haroon Jamshed

Jun 02, 2013 08:08pm

@Shahid: I'm a N league supporter but what makes you think Nawaz can bring peace to the region??

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MAK

Jun 02, 2013 08:19pm

Thinking for Pakistan is the only remedy. May Allah Almighty bless our leaders to take right steps at right time, Ameen. Great..... Mian ji keep it up.

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Waqas Shaikh

Jun 02, 2013 08:28pm

Very good news. It indicates that Nawaz Sharif is serious about solving the Baluchistan issue. I congratulate the people of Pakistan and particularly the people of Baluchistan. It is the beginning of the end of the dark era in Baluchistan.

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farrukh

Jun 02, 2013 08:49pm

Well done Nawaz Sharif !! im proud of you. Today you proved to be a sincere leader.

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FHK

Jun 02, 2013 09:13pm

Only NS had this courage and peace will In sha Allah return to Baluchistan.

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farooq Mughal

Jun 02, 2013 09:59pm

I didn't vote for NS, voted for PTI but definitely applaud his bold step. Good to see at least some of our politicians have learnt from history. I'll be watching NS's perfromance with an open mind and will reward or punish him with my vote in 5 years, based upon his performance. Good luck Mr PM.

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Jun 02, 2013 10:06pm

@NASAH (USA): Things are to be seen on the ground??? Hopefully Nawaz Sharif will not sell Sui gas to his cronies like MCB was sold.

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Yemeen Zuberi

Jun 03, 2013 12:43am

I would say that now the democracy has started showing its color. Nawaz took a political step in the right direction. This may also mean that Nawaz believes that a strong democracy will let him play a longer innings; and that is true.

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Usman

Jun 03, 2013 12:50am

Nawaz has improved himself a lot since his previous tenure.Pakistan wants nothing but all leaders to work for the integrity and prosperity of the country whether its IK or NS.

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mhammad

Jun 03, 2013 02:09am

It seems that PMLN is quite serious in resolving the problems of Pakistan. Good decisions are being made. We should support the central and provincial governments. This time Nawaz sharief seems to be a statesman. Good luck PMLN and others. Pakistan Zinda Badh!

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Hasan Hasni

Jun 03, 2013 04:07am

Hope you faithfully serve the people of Balochistan. Sincerely wish you act as a leader rather than politician for Balochs.

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Naseem Altaf

Jun 03, 2013 06:30am

@NASAH (USA): Bringing peace to Bauchistan cannot be a One-man job. The situation is vastly more difficult and complicated.All the major players shall need to come on the same page ,with honesty,dedication and creative effort. Till now ,AlhamduLillah,Nawaz sharif is going in the right direction. May Allah give us, all, the wisdom, selflessness, and capacity to repair the damages of the past half century.

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Mohammad Farooq

Jun 03, 2013 06:52am

A good omen.

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Pasta Jan (Bhittani)

Jun 03, 2013 11:54am

We must appreciate Mr. Nawaz Sharif and Mr. Mahmoud Achakzai for taking such a wise decision. There is no better choice than Mr. Abdul Malik for the post of CM. We hope this pashtoon Baloch unified government deliver according to people expectations. (With love from KPK)

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