Balochistan Boosts Artists Welfare Fund, CM Calls for Global Cultural Promotion

The Government of Balochistan has announced an increase in the Artists Welfare Endowment Fund, with plans to gradually double it, to enhance financial assistance for the creative sector. This decision followed a meeting between Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti and an artists' delegation, where challenges and welfare measures were discussed. The CM affirmed the government's commitment to promoting Balochistan's rich cultural heritage, urging artists to use their platforms to project the province's positive identity globally and revive high-quality content, reminiscent of PTV Quetta Centre. Financial support for government-employed artists below Grade 16 will continue through the fund. This initiative aims to strengthen cultural promotion, counter negative perceptions, and foster social cohesion through investment in arts.