Balochistan Education Project is implemented by the Secondary Education Department Government of Balochistan with the financial support by the Global Partnership for Education. World Bank in Pakistan is looking after the project as supervising entity and UNICEF as coordinating agency. The project covers four main thematic areas of the Balochistan Education Sector Plan (2013-18) i.e. Access, Equity, Quality and Governance in public sector education system across 31 districts of the province. The three-year project will establish 725 gender-free primary schools and upgrade 120 schools to the next levels (95 primary schools to middle and 25 middle schools to secondary/higher secondary level). This intervention is expected to contribute in improving access to education for all children in general and equity for girls and marginalized groups in particular.

April 25, 2026

Hafiz Muhammad Qasim

The Project Management Unit (PMU-BESP) is leading the implementation of large-scale education initiatives across Balochistan, including GRADES-B, STEP-B, BHCIP, ASPIRE, BESP, BEP, and PGEP. Anchored in data-driven decision-making, PMU-BESP is committed to advancing inclusive and equitable quality education in Balochistan.

Our vision is founded on the principle that every child, irrespective of background or circumstance, has the right to access engaging classrooms, skilled and motivated teachers, and a nurturing learning environment. Through strong collaboration with policymakers, educators, parents, students, and development partners, we strive to strengthen the education system in a way that empowers learners, equips them with the skills needed for the future, and contributes meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Balochistan.