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Roll No 253
Foundation level
Song 03
**BALOCHISTAN: WHISPER OF THE DESERT | A CINEMATIC MUSICAL JOURNEY**
**“Balochistan: Whisper of the Desert”** is a cinematic tribute to one of Pakistan’s most breathtaking and mysterious landscapes — a land where endless deserts meet towering mountains, rugged valleys, and the vast Arabian Sea.
This song takes you on an emotional journey through the **silence of the desert and the spirit of its people**, transforming landscapes, traditions, and ancient stories into music.
From the golden sands of the desert to the dramatic mountains of **Chagai** , from the coastal beauty of **Makran and Gwadar** to the peaceful stillness of star-filled nights , every moment captures a different voice of Balochistan.
**The song explores:**
* The endless beauty and mystery of the Balochistan desert
* Rugged mountains shaped by time and nature
* The breathtaking Makran coastline and Gwadar
* Traditional clothing, art, and cultural heritage
* Folk melodies and the sounds of traditional instruments
* The peaceful beauty of desert nights beneath the stars
* The resilience, hospitality, and spirit of the region
* The history and stories carried by its ancient landscapes
The desert may appear silent, but **every grain of sand carries a story**. Every mountain holds a memory, every wave brings a new rhythm, and every wind whispers the history of a land that has stood strong for generations.
At its heart, this song is about **finding beauty in silence** — about a place where nature speaks softly, yet its voice can be felt deeply.
**The wind is the melody.**
**The desert is the instrument.**
**The mountains are the chorus.**
**And Balochistan is the story.**
**Listen closely… the desert is whispering.**
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Mohsin RS F8
song title no:3
Foundation level
A soulful tribute to the vast beauty and rich culture of Balochistan, this song captures the whispering winds of the desert, the majestic mountains, and the serene coastline of Gwadar. It celebrates the traditions, resilience, and timeless spirit of the people of Balochistan, portraying the province as a land where silence speaks and nature sin

you have to understand that its not Jew vs Muslim, not Capitalism vs Communism, not Apple vs Microsoft, its just Profit vs Humanity. Resources are limited in this world, if Gwadar port works, Dubai will suffer, Millions poor people living in this world can have food to eat only if the billioner scarifies their lamborgini which they wont, they want to be rich forever.

Shahmir Toric Ahsanullah

M8 Motorway:

The M8 motorway connects Ratodero in Sindh to Gwadar in Balochistan. It is 893 long and runs through Baloch cities of Khuzdar, Awaran, Hoshab and Turbat along its east-west route. Its recently completed first phase has two lanes and an additional two lanes are planned to handle future traffic growth. The motorway passes over Dasht River and also provides access to Mirani Dam completed in 2006. It is the worlds largest dam in terms of floodstock capacity of 588,690 cubic hectometer

Local Baloch residents now use M8 motorway on a daily basis. They say it has significantly reduced the time needed to travel from Gwadar to Turbat, and indeed, reduced the time for produce and supplies to be transported between cities, according a report in local Pakistani media.

Via Riaz Haq

Where are you from in Districts in Balochistan (36)
1. Quetta
2. Pishin
3. Killa Abdullah
4. Chaman
5. Zhob
6. Sherani
7. Musakhel
8. Loralai
9. Duki
10. Harnai
11. Sibi
12. Ziarat
13. Kohlu
14. Barkhan
15. Nasirabad
16. Jaffarabad
17. Usta Muhammad
18. Jhal Magsi
19. Kachhi
20. Sohbatpur
21. Khuzdar
22. Awaran
23. Lasbela
24. Hub
25. Washuk
26. Kharan
27. Chagai
28. Nushki
29. Kalat
30. Mastung
31. Surab
32. Panjgur
33. Kech
34. Gwadar
35. Qilla Saifullah
36. Lehri
37. Dera Bugti

President Pervez Musharraf (1999–2008): Evidence-Based Review

To be fair, Musharraf should be judged as both a military ruler and a head of government. That means we measure economic outcomes, social outcomes, governance, transparency, and institutions separately.

Pakistan He Inherited (1999)

When Musharraf took power in October 1999, Pakistan faced:

* Public debt close to 100% of GDP
* Low foreign exchange reserves
* GDP growth around 3–4%
* Rising poverty and unemployment
* International sanctions after the 1998 nuclear tests
* Weak investor confidence and recurring IMF dependence.

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Measurable Outcomes

Area Before Musharraf (1999) During Musharraf (1999–2008) After Musharraf (2008+) Verdict
GDP Growth ~4% Averaged roughly 6–7% during 2002–2007 Slowed significantly after 2008 Strong Positive
GDP Per Capita $438 $1,046 by 2008/09 Continued rising but slower Positive
Poverty ~34% Fell to roughly 15–17% Later increased again Strong Positive
Unemployment ~8.4% Fell to ~6.5% Rose after economic slowdown Positive
Jobs Created — ~11.8 million jobs — Positive
Debt-to-GDP ~98–100% Fell to about 52–55% Rose again after 2008 Strong Positive
Foreign Investment Very low Rose dramatically Fell after instability Strong Positive
Telecom & Internet Very limited Mobile users exploded from ~0.3 million to ~70 million Continued expansion Strong Positive
Education Low enrollment Primary enrollment increased Continued growing Moderate Positive
Media Freedom Highly restricted Large expansion of private TV channels Continued afterward Positive
Corruption Major issue Remained significant concern Continued afterward Mixed/Negative
Rule of Law Democratic system before coup Military rule, emergency rule, judicial crisis Democracy restored Negative

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Was It Musharraf, Global Factors, or Inherited?

Mostly Musharraf Policies

* Telecom liberalization
* Banking reforms
* Privatization program
* Foreign investment policies
* Economic stabilization reforms
* Expansion of private media
* Infrastructure projects including Gwadar and highways.

Mostly External Factors

* Large post-9/11 U.S. aid inflows
* Global economic expansion from 2002–2007
* Increased geopolitical importance of Pakistan after Afghanistan war.

Negative Outcomes Linked to Musharraf

* Military takeover of an elected government
* Emergency rule in 2007
* Conflict with judiciary
* NRO controversy
* Growth concentrated more in urban areas than rural areas.

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Scores Out of 10

Category Score
Fulfilled Promises 8/10
Integrity 6/10
Transparency 5/10
Governance 8/10
Economic Management 9/10
Long-Term Impact on Citizens 7.5/10

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Citizen-Focused Verdict

If the average citizen judges primarily on:

* Jobs
* Poverty reduction
* Income growth
* Telecom access
* Economic stability
* Infrastructure

then Musharraf’s era ranks among Pakistan’s strongest economic periods since the 1980s. Poverty fell, debt-to-GDP declined, foreign investment surged, millions of jobs were created, and Pakistan experienced several years of rapid growth.

If the citizen judges primarily on:

* Democracy
* Constitutional rule
* Judicial independence
* Civilian supremacy
* Political transparency

then Musharraf scores much lower because his government began with a military coup and ended amid a constitutional and judicial crisis.

Final Overall Score

7.5/10

Measured strictly by economic and citizen welfare outcomes, Musharraf performs substantially better than most Pakistani leaders of the last 30 years. Measured by democratic institutions and constitutional governance, his record is considerably weaker. The overall evidence suggests strong economic management but weak democratic credentials.

Thank You Sajid Baloch for completing 500 mutual friends and meeting me in Gwadar, Pakistan

My good friend Hamid Yahya Feroz has been honored by FPCCI with the responsibility of enhancing trade ties between Pakistan, Afghanistan and Central Asian States. The future is Asia and this is a key part of the Gwadar strategy as a gateway to Central Asia. Hes looking for individuals who are interested to work with me on this committee so we can achieve the export and transit trade targets of 2025. Please inbox him if you are

1. An exporter
2. A logistics provider
3. A marine cargo specialist
4. A travel agent who specialises in Central Asian tours.
5. Translation specialist (Pushto, Persian, Uzbek, Turkish)
6. A trade show specialist for Uzbekistan single country exhibition
7. A local of Afghanistan & Central Asian countries interested in exploring import possibilities from Pakistan.

جاپان کے دارالحکومت ٹوکیو میں ایک شخص ٹیکسی میں سوار ہوا۔ زبان نہ آنے کی وجہ سے زیادہ بات تو نہ کر سکا، بس اس انسٹیٹوٹ کا نام لیا جہاں اسے جانا تھا۔ ٹیکسی ڈرائیور سمجھ گیا، اس نے سر جھکایا اور مسافر کو دروازہ کھول کر بٹھایا۔ اسطرح بٹھانا انکا کلچر ہے۔
سفر کا آغاز ہوا تو ٹیکسی ڈرائیور نے میٹر آن کیا، تھوڑی دیر کے بعد بند کر دیا اور پھر تھوڑی دیر بعد دوبارہ آن کر دیا۔ مسافر حیران تھا مگر زبان نہ آنے کی وجہ سے چپ رہا۔
جب انسٹیٹوٹ پہنچا تو استقبال کرنے والوں سے کہنے لگا، پہلے تو آپ اس ٹیکسی ڈرائیور سے یہ پوچھیں کہ اس نے دورانِ سفر کچھ دیر گاڑی کا میٹر کیوں بند رکھا؟
لوگوں نے ٹیکسی ڈرائیور سے پوچھا تو وہ بولا
’’راستے میں مجھ سے غلطی ہوئی، مجھے جس جگہ سے مڑنا تھا، وہاں سے نہ مڑ سکا، اگلا یوٹرن کافی دور تھا، میری غلطی کے باعث دو ڈھائی کلومیٹر سفر اضافی کرنا پڑا، اس دوران میں نے گاڑی کا میٹر بند رکھا، جو مسافت میں نے اپنی غلطی سے بڑھائی اس کے پیسے میں مسافر سے نہیں لے سکتا‘‘۔

میں حیران ہوں کہ اس ڈرائیور نے نہ چِلہ لگایا تھا،
نہ وہ نماز پڑھتا تھا، نہ کلمہ، نہ اس کی داڑھی تھی، نہ جُبہ،
نہ ٹوپی مگر دیانتداری تھی۔

Via Afzal Gwadarwala

After visiting 22 cities Murshad Masud Qazi, Afzal Gwadarwala and team is now going to Gawadar !

You can go with them to explore the opportunities in Gawadar !

They will be back in Karachi in 5 days and you can host them in your Chambers for improving business conditions !