History and Culture

KALAT DIVISION

The State of Kalat was established in 1666, with the ruler holding the title of ‘Wali’. This designation persisted until 1739, when the title was officially changed to ‘Khan’. By the late 19th century, parts of the state, particularly in the north and northeast, were either leased or ceded to form British Balochistan. This transition marked a significant shift in the region’s administrative control.

On March 28, 1948, Kalat acceded to Pakistan, a pivotal moment that marked the beginning of a new administrative era for the state. Subsequently, on October 3, 1952, Kalat was incorporated into the Balochistan State Union. However, this status was short-lived. On October 14, 1955, the province of West Pakistan was created, leading to the dissolution of the Balochistan State Union and the reorganization of regional governance.

Kalat Division was established after the dissolution of the Balochistan state union on 14 October 1955. When the Baluchistan States Union became Kalat Division, Khuzdar was established as the divisional headquarters. At the time of its establishment, the division had four districts (04) Kalat, Makran, Lasbela, and Kharan district.

In 1960, Lasbela district transferred to form Karachi-Bela division. On 1 July 1971, Makran district separates from Kalat Division to form a separate division. In 1972, Lasbela district again become a part of Kalat division. In 1974, a new district Khuzdar created from Kalat district and added in Kalat Division.

In 1991, Mastung district spelt from Kalat district territory included in Kalat Division. In 1992, Awaran district split from khuzdar district and added in Kalat Division.

In 2007, Washuk district created from Kharan district territory and added in Kalat Division.

On 17 May 2015, Kharan and Washuk district shifted from Kalat Division to newly established Rakhshan Division. In 2017, Surab district created from Kalat district territory included in Kalat Division.

Recently, in 2022, Hub district split from Lasbela district and added in Kalat division.

Khan palace at Kalat.
General Mohammad Bin Haroon Tomb at Lasbela.
Jam Palace, Lasbela.
Tomb of Shareen Farhad at Lack Jahoo.
Col: Robert Sandeman Tomb at Lasbela.
Hinglaj Temple at Hingol, Sub Tehsil Liari.
Ancient Graves at Hub, Agore, Hinidan, Dureji, Kanjar Mari.
Ancient Graveyard at Pindran, Kalat
Graves of two Sahabis at Kherawah adjacent to Meeri Buht.
Nido Damb, Ornach.
Shahi Bagh, Khuzdar.
Caves of Gondrani at Bela.
Shahi Qila at Khuzdar

The area of Kalat Division iis 1, 40,000 Sq which is one fifth of the total area of Balochistan.
It has got both the extreme climates:
The highest elevated area-Harboi mountains of District Kalat(7800 ft above than sea level) with -18 degree Celsius
The lowest elevated area-Hub with 43 degree Celsius
Kalat and Ornach receive maximum rainfalls.

DEMOGRAPHY
The main tribes of the division are Mengal , Zehri, Mohammad Hasni, Bezenjo, Langov, Sasoli, Lehri, Bangulzai, Sarparah, Shahwani, Raisani, Jamot, Chutta, Sajidi, Mirwani, Qambrani,Gurginari,Nosherwani,Dehwar

There are two main highways linking the Kalat
Division with the other parts of the country:-
N-25 (Mian Ghundi to Hub-700km):
All the road is metaled, dualization of the said road is under construction.
Farm to Market road,(Surab-Nag=173 Km):
This road links District Panjgur with Quetta and is metaled.
M-8 (Khuzdar-Karakh– Shahdad Kot – 198Km):
The construction of M-8, Khuzdar, Nal and Besima section is under construction.

The Division boasts extensive reserves of various minerals, including chromate, antimony, lead, and iron, which are significant resources. Additionally, there are substantial deposits of marble scattered throughout the Division. Notably, Verona marble is shipped to China, while black gold marble is exported to European nations. The marble industry is thriving, with mining operations operating at a high capacity. In 2004, a marble city was inaugurated in Gaddani, reflecting the growth and development of this sector. The marble city comprises numerous facilities dedicated to marble processing and production, highlighting its importance in the region’s economy and industry.
DETAILS OF MARBLE INDUSTRIAL UNITS

Status	No of Units
In Production	35
Near Completion	21
Ware Houses	8
Sick/Closed	2
Boundary Walls only	27
Allotted but unutilized plots	44

There are three industrial zones in Kalat Division,(Hub, Winder and Uthal).

Industrial Zone	No of Units
Hub Industrial State	Units
In Production	133
Sick/Closed	75
Under Litigation	12
Under Construction	45
Allotted but unutilized plots	55
Open plots	14
Winder Industrial State	Units
In Production	7
Sick/Closed	9
Under Litigation	–
Under Construction	8
Allotted but unutilized plots	18
Uthal Industrial State	Units
In production	3
Sick/closed	2
Under Construction	2
Allotted but unutilized plots	25

Gadani Ship Breaking

The Gadani shipbreaking yard ranks as the third largest shipbreaking facility in the world. It is comprised of 132 shipbreaking plots. During the 1980s, Gadani held the title of the largest shipbreaking yard globally, employing around 30,000 workers. However, increased competition and the provision of more advanced amenities in India and Bangladesh have led to a decline in its output. Currently, Gadani produces less than one-fifth of the scrap metal it generated back in 1980. The workforce has also diminished significantly, with the number of employees now approximately 6,000. This reduction reflects the challenges and changes facing the shipbreaking industry at Gadani today.

Ship Breaking Units at Gadani

Plots 314
Developed 132
Private plots 101
Govt: plots 31

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