People's Primary Healthcare Initiative Balochistan

Quetta: The 59th Extraordinary General Meeting (EoGM) of the Board of Directors of PPHI-Balochistan was held at the Head Office, Quetta, under the chairmanship of Mr. Munir Ahmed Badini. The meeting comprehensively reviewed institutional performance, governance matters, and strategic priorities aimed at strengthening primary healthcare delivery across Balochistan in alignment with the Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS) and the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) framework.

The Board confirmed the minutes of the 58th Extraordinary General Meeting and reviewed progress on previously approved decisions. Detailed updates were presented on system strengthening, digital transformation, service expansion, procurement reforms, and financial management improvements undertaken during the last quarter.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on the strategic transformation of Basic Health Units (BHUs) into comprehensive 24/7 BHU Plus facilities. The Board reviewed approval for the conversion of 45 single-shift BHUs into fully functional round-the-clock BHU Plus centers with enhanced human resources and service capacity. In addition, expansion of telehealth services to 150 additional BHUs was discussed, including the establishment of a high-performance Telehealth Command Center in Quetta, equipped with specialist connectivity, satellite-enabled outreach to remote facilities, hybrid power backup systems, and modern IT infrastructure.

The Board was informed that under PSDP draft of FY 2026-27, Rs. 2 billion has been earmarked for upgrading selected BHUs to BHU Plus status, Rs. 1 billion earmarked for telehealth expansion, and Rs. 1.5 billion earmarked for strengthening nutrition services within primary healthcare, with an additional matching grant expected to further enhance nutrition interventions. These allocations were acknowledged as a major policy step toward strengthening preventive, promotive, and curative services at the primary care level.

Progress on ERP implementation, including Finance and HR modules, was presented in detail. Structural redesign of the Chart of Accounts, transition to a PPHI-B specific financial architecture, HRMIS district-level access, automation of recruitment systems, and digital performance monitoring were noted as key governance milestones aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency.

The Board appreciated reforms in the medicine supply chain system, including centralized procurement improvements, savings of Rs. 214 million through rationalized purchasing, distribution of Drug Testing Laboratory-cleared essential medicines to districts, and revision of medicine quotas based on facility performance indicators such as OPD utilization, MNCH services, and telehealth consumption. Supply of DHIS materials, night monitoring of 24/7 labor rooms, and strengthened reporting compliance were also reviewed.

Deliberations were held on formal adoption and structured operationalization of the EPHS framework in Balochistan, including integration of mental health and non-communicable disease services at the primary care level. The proposal to procure essential psychotropic medicines at BHUs and to constitute a committee for EPHS implementation was discussed to ensure systematic rollout.

The Board further considered recommendations of the Procurement and HR Committee, including policy matters related to employment regulations, recruitment of laboratory technicians for upgraded BHU Plus facilities, activation of the official digital domain and HR portal, and related institutional governance decisions. In compliance with Section 159 of the Companies Act, 2017, deliberations were also held regarding fixation of the number of Directors to be elected in the forthcoming Extraordinary General Meeting. Reconstitution of the Board’s Monitoring and Inspection Committee was likewise considered.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Muhammad Naseem Lehri, Prof. Dr. Shehnaz Naseer Baloch, Ms. Roshan Khursheed Bharucha, Mr. Qaisar Khan Jamali, Mr. Irfan Ahmed Awan, Prof. Dr. Ghulam Rasool, Chief Executive Officer PPHI-Balochistan Dr. MB Raja Dharejo, and Chief Operating Officer PPHI.

The Board reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening primary healthcare as the foundation of the provincial health system through institutional reforms, digital governance, equitable service delivery, and sustainable expansion of quality healthcare services to underserved and remote communities across Balochistan.

Chief Secretary Balochistan CMDU Balochistan Health Department, Balochistan. Muhammad Rafiq Raisani Rustamzai Health Department Balochistan Aziz Ahmad Jamali Government of Balochistan Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan

The Chief Executive Officer of PPHI Balochistan, Dr. M.B. Raja Dharejo, accompanied by Mr. Haroon Kasi, Program Coordinator PPHI Balochistan, visited Dr. Malik Mansoor, District Manager PPHI Lasbela, at the Trauma Center Karachi to personally convey their heartfelt wishes for his speedy recovery.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, District Managers, and the Head Office of PPHI Balochistan, the CEO extended sincere prayers and best wishes during this difficult time.

The compassionate gesture of Dr. M.B. Raja Dharejo reflects his exemplary leadership, commitment and deep concern for the wellbeing of PPHI team members.

His personal visit demonstrates solidarity, encouragement and the strong organizational values upheld by PPHI Balochistan.
We pray for Dr. Malik Mansoor’s swift and complete recovery.

Chief Secretary Balochistan Health Department, Balochistan. Health Department Balochistan CMDU Balochistan Muhammad Rafiq Raisani Rustamzai Government of Balochistan Aziz Ahmad Jamali Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan

Quetta: Chief Executive Officer PPHI Balochistan, Dr. MB Raja Dharejo, called on Provincial Head of World Health Organization (WHO) Sub Office Balochistan, Dr. Asfandyar Sherani to discuss matters of mutual interest related to healthcare services.

During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on strengthening primary healthcare delivery in Balochistan and explored avenues for enhanced collaboration in key health sectors to improve service provision across the province.

Chief Secretary Balochistan CMDU Balochistan Health Department, Balochistan. Health Department Balochistan Aziz Ahmad Jamali Muhammad Rafiq Raisani Rustamzai

Quetta: Provincial Minister for Health Department Balochistan Health Bakht Muhammad Kakar, accompanied by Secretary Health Government of Balochistan Mujeebur Rehman, visited the Head Office of PPHI Balochistan to review primary healthcare service delivery and assess ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening monitoring and governance mechanisms across the province.

During the visit, Chief Executive Officer PPHI Balochistan Dr. MB Raja Dharejo briefed the provincial minister on key institutional reforms, particularly the digitization of operational systems and the recent launch of an online application and recruitment portal. These initiatives are designed to enhance transparency, improve efficiency, and ensure merit-based human resource management within the organization.

The briefing also highlighted progress in digital attendance systems, integrated monitoring tools, and data-driven performance management aimed at improving accountability and service quality at Basic Health Units (BHUs) across Balochistan.

The Provincial Health Minister expressed satisfaction over the improved healthcare services being delivered by PPHI Balochistan and specifically appreciated the tangible reforms and visible improvements achieved during the last 60 to 70 days under the current leadership. He commended the organization’s management for adopting modern, technology-driven solutions and emphasized that such reforms are essential for strengthening governance, enhancing public trust, and ensuring equitable access to quality primary healthcare services in remote and underserved areas.

The minister reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to supporting PPHI Balochistan in its reform agenda and directed officials to further strengthen digital oversight and field monitoring mechanisms to sustain service excellence.

Chief Secretary Balochistan CMDU Balochistan Muhammad Rafiq Raisani Rustamzai Aziz Ahmad Jamali Health Department, Balochistan. Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan

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PPHI Balochistan Launches Integrated Online Recruitment Portal 🚀

A major step toward transparent governance and digital reforms

Quetta: PPHI Balochistan has achieved another important milestone by launching a fully integrated Online Recruitment Portal, replacing the traditional manual recruitment system with a modern, transparent, and technology-driven process.

Aligned with the Government of Balochistan’s vision for institutional strengthening and digital transformation, the portal offers a centralized platform where applicants can view vacancies, apply online, and track their application status in real time—ensuring merit, equal opportunity, and transparency.

The portal is seamlessly integrated with PPHI Balochistan’s newly developed ERP system, strengthening HR and workforce management, improving efficiency, and enabling data-driven decision-making.

This initiative is part of PPHI Balochistan’s broader reform agenda, including digitization of HR, finance, supply chain, and monitoring systems—transitioning from manual processes to system-based governance.

✔️ Transparency
✔️ Efficiency
✔️ Accountability

A strong commitment to improved public healthcare service delivery in Balochistan.

پرائمری ہیلتھ کے معیاری سروسز کی بحالی کا مضبوط نظام!

پرائمری ہیلتھ کیئر میں انقلابی اقدام!

Quetta: PPHI Balochistan and PPHI Sindh have signed a landmark MoU 🤝, marking a new era of inter-provincial collaboration in Pakistan’s public health sector. The agreement focuses on strengthening primary healthcare systems, improving governance, advancing digital transformation—including ERP development—and accelerating progress toward Universal Health Coverage.

This strategic partnership aims to enhance service delivery, institutional capacity, and health outcomes, particularly for underserved and remote communities across Sindh and Balochistan.

Chief Secretary Balochistan CMDU Balochistan Health Department, Balochistan. Muhammad Rafiq Raisani Rustamzai Health Department Balochistan Aziz Ahmad Jamali Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan Government of Balochistan