PDMA organizes workshop to deal increasing risk of drought in Balochistan

In order to effectively deal with the increasing risks of drought in Balochistan, enhance the capacity for timely response in emergencies and further strengthen inter-agency coordination, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Balochistan organized a one-day workshop titled “Tabletop Simulation Exercise” in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Program (WFP)

QUETTA, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 12th May, 2026) In order to effectively deal with the increasing risks of drought in Balochistan, enhance the capacity for timely response in emergencies and further strengthen inter-agency coordination, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Balochistan organized a one-day workshop titled “Tabletop Simulation Exercise” in collaboration with the food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Program (WFP).

On this occasion, representatives of Federal and provincial departments, experts and heads of social organizations including FAO Antiseptic Specialist Roaidullah, Program Assistant WFP Asadullah, United Organization Balochistan Rehana Khilji participated.

The main objective of the workshop was to assess the potential impacts of drought in advance, promote effective coordination between relevant institutions and formulate a comprehensive strategy for timely and effective response.

During this, a practical review of institutional preparedness, resource availability, coordination and relief measures was conducted in the context of various hypothetical emergencies. While briefing the participants, it was informed that the Government of Balochistan, as per the vision of the Chief Minister of Balochistan, is adopting a modern and effective “proactive” strategy instead of the traditional “reactive” approach to deal with natural disasters, so that preventive measures can be ensured before any possible disaster. On this occasion, it was said that the Chief Minister of Balochistan has always emphasized on planning on scientific grounds and the use of modern technology, keeping in mind the geographical and climatic conditions of the province.

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In the light of these instructions, PDMA Balochistan is being made more effective with modern data analysis, early warning system and world-class technology so that the effects of possible natural disasters can be minimized. Representatives of the departments of Meteorology, Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation, Health, Information and other relevant institutions also participated in the workshop.

During the session, various aspects of quick response in emergencies, damage reduction, transparent and timely delivery of relief resources to the affected areas, and further strengthening the links between the district administration and the provincial control room were reviewed in detail. Addressing the concluding session, Deputy Director PDMA Asghar Ali Jamali as Chief guest of the workshop said that such exercises would prove to be an important milestone in making Balochistan a “disaster resilient” province.

He said that the provincial government under the leadership of the Chief Minister Balochistan is ensuring that farmers, livestock owners and ordinary citizens suffer minimal losses due to the effects of drought and climate change.

He added that the Government of Balochistan and PDMA value the cooperation of all their international partner institutions and would continue their joint efforts to establish a safe, stable and prosperous Balochistan.