The Government of Balochistan has withdrawn all previous notifications issued under the Levies Act 2010, according to an official statement released by the provincial Home Department.
Under the newly approved Levies Amendment Act 2025, fresh notifications are now being issued to regulate the force. The statement confirmed that from this point forward, all matters concerning the Levies will be conducted under the provisions of the new law.
The Home Department said the legislation aims to improve the organizational structure and operational efficiency of the Levies Force. It further added that the reforms would ensure stronger service delivery to the public, while bringing the Levies system in line with modern governance and legislative standards
Levies Force is one of the oldest law enforcement institutions in Balochistan, dating back to the British colonial era.
Historically tasked with maintaining law and order in tribal and rural areas, the force has operated parallel to the police but retained a more localized structure.In 2010, the Balochistan Assembly passed the Levies Act 2010, which sought to modernize the institution and define its role within the provincial security framework.
However, over time, questions were raised about its operational capacity, overlapping jurisdiction with the police, and lack of resources.The new Levies Amendment Act 2025 is being introduced to address these gaps.
By revising the legal framework, the government intends to professionalize the force, enhance coordination with other security agencies, and improve administrative oversight.Officials say the amendment will also focus on public facilitation, ensuring that citizens in remote districts continue to receive security services effectively, while enabling the Levies to adapt to new security challenges across the province.
