Gwadar women bazaar opens

GWADAR:

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Friday inaugurated the province's first-ever Gwadar Women Bazaar, describing it as a transformative initiative aimed at promoting financial independence and entrepreneurship among women.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by local officials, community members, and women entrepreneurs who will directly benefit from the project. The chief minister personally toured the market, inspected all 14 shops established in its initial phase, and engaged in detailed conversations with the women vendors. He listened to their concerns, welcomed their suggestions, and assured them government's continued support.

Addressing the gathering, Bugti emphasized that empowering women is a central priority of his administration. He said projects like the Gwadar Women Bazaar not only contribute to economic growth but also create opportunities for women to showcase their skills and talents. "Sustainable development is not possible without the active participation of women in the economy," he remarked, adding that the government is committed to creating an enabling environment for female entrepreneurs.

The bazaar currently features 14 shops offering a variety of locally produced goods, including handicrafts, traditional embroidery, garments, food items, and daily-use products. Soon after the inauguration, the market place began attracting customers, bringing visible excitement and hope among the shopkeepers.

One of the vendors expressed her happiness, calling the initiative a life-changing opportunity.