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NDTV
14-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Kashish Chaudhary Becomes Balochistan's First Hindu Woman Assistant Commissioner
Kashish Chaudhary, a resident of Balochistan, has been making waves on the internet after becoming the first female to be appointed as the Assictant Commissioner. She is just 25 and lives in Noshki, a remote town in Chagai district, one of the least developed regions in Balochistan. She was appointed to the post after clearing the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination. He success is being celebrated on social media with users saying that it is an inspiration for many young women and minority communities. On Monday, Kashish met Balochistan chief minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta along with her father Girdhari Lal. According to news agency PTI, the 25-year-old told the chief minister that she will work for the empowerment of women and minorities. وزیر اعلیٰ بلوچستان سے کم عمر اقلیتی افسر اسسٹنٹ کمشنر کشش چوہدری کی ملاقات، کشش چوہدری نے اپنی محنت، لگن اور استقامت سے نہ صرف اپنی صلاحیتوں کا لوہا منوایا بلکہ اقلیتی برادری کے دیگر نوجوانوں کے لیے بھی مشعلِ راہ بن گئی ہیں، میر سرفراز بگٹی @PakSarfrazbugti — Chief Minister's Office Balochistan (@CMOBalochistan) May 12, 2025 Her ecstatic father called the achievement a "matter of great pride" adding that Kashish had always dreamed of studying and doing soothing for women. How Did Kashish Achieve Success? Speaking to Samaa News, Kashish said it took three years of hard work and discipline to achieve this success. She used to study for eight hours every day. "Discipline, hard work, and the desire to contribute to society have driven me throughout this journey," she added. Part of a growing tribe Kashish Chaudhary is the latest from the Hindu community to who achieved notable success in male-dominated fields in Pakistan. In July 2022, Manesh Ropeta became the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Superintendent of Police in Karachi, where she is still fulfilling her duties. Thirty-five-year-old Pushpa Kumari Kohli cleared the Sindh Public Service Examination a few years ago. She now works as a sub-inspector in Karachi Police. Suman Pawan Bodani is still serving as a civil judge in Hyderabad after first being appointed as a civil judge in her hometown of Shahdadkot in Sindh province in 2019. The majority of Pakistan's Hindu population is settled in Sindh province.
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First Post
14-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Who is Kashish Chaudhary, Balochistan's first Hindu woman assistant commissioner?
Kashish Chaudhary, a 25-year-old Pakistani Hindu woman, has made history as the first female from the minority community in Balochistan to be appointed assistant commissioner in the restive province. She has expressed her goal to work towards women's progress, support minority communities, and contribute to the province's overall development read more On Monday, Kashish and her father, Girdhari Lal, met Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta. Image: X/@dpr_gob A 25-year-old Pakistani Hindu woman has made history by becoming the first female from the minority community in Balochistan to be appointed as an Assistant Commissioner in the restive province. Kashish Chaudhary earned the role after clearing the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam. Catch India Pakistan tensions live updates . On Monday, Kashish and her father, Girdhari Lal, travelled to Quetta to meet Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti. So, who is Kashish Chaudhary, and how did she reach this point? STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Here's a look at her journey. Who is Kashish Chaudhary? The 25-year-old has made history by becoming the first woman from the Pakistani Hindu minority in Balochistan to be appointed as an Assistant Commissioner in the province. She belongs to Noshki, a remote town in Chagai district, and earned the position after passing the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam. On Monday, Kashish and her father, Girdhari Lal, met Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta. During the meeting, she shared her aim to work for the progress of women, support minority communities, and help in the overall development of the province. 'It is a matter of great pride for me that my daughter has become an assistant commissioner due to her hard work and commitment,' Lal told reporters. Lal, who works as a mid-level trader, said his daughter had always wanted to study and make a difference in the lives of women. Chief Minister Bugti said it was a proud moment for the country when people from minority communities reached such positions through dedication and effort. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Kashish is a symbol of pride for the nation and Balochistan,' he said. In a conversation with SAMAA TV, Kashish stated that her preparation took three years, with at least eight hours of study each day. 'Discipline, hard work, and the desire to contribute to society have driven me throughout this journey,' she said. A part of growing minority community Kashish has carved out her place among several Hindu women in Pakistan who have made their mark in male-dominated professions, breaking social, religious, and cultural barriers to reach important positions. In recent years, more women from the Hindu community have stepped into roles that were once considered out of reach. She belongs to Noshki, a remote town in Chagai district. Image: X In July 2022, Manisha Ropeta became the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Superintendent of Police in Karachi, where she continues to serve. Pushpa Kumari Kohli, a 35-year-old sub-inspector in Karachi, said that Hindu women have the ability and determination to succeed. 'I also passed the Sindh police Public Services Examination. There are many more Hindu girls out there waiting to educate themselves and become something,' Kohli, who belongs to a scheduled caste, said. Suman Pawan Bodani continues to serve as a civil judge in Pakistan's Hyderabad, after being first appointed in her hometown of Shahdadkot in Sindh in 2019. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Sindh politician Ramesh Kumar Vankwani said that with family support, many young Hindu girls have shown a strong will to study and take up higher education, PTI reported. 'Our young women are doing us proud. We have doctors, civil servants, police officers, etc in Sindh,' he said. He also pointed out that while Sindh has seen issues like the abduction and forced conversion of young Hindu girls, improving education facilities for the Hindu community could help address these problems. Hindus make up the largest minority group in Pakistan. As per official data, about 75 lakh Hindus live in the country. However, the community estimates the number to be over 90 lakh. Most of Pakistan's Hindu population lives in Sindh province. With inputs from agencies
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Who is Kashish Chaudhary? 1st Hindu woman assistant commissioner in Balochistan
At just 25 years of age, Kashish Chaudhary became the first woman from the minority community of Pakistani Hindus in Balochistan to be appointed as the Assistant Commissioner in the restive province. Chaudhary, a native of Chagai district's Noshki town, made history by achieving this feat. She cleared the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination, which is both a personal milestone and a symbol of hope for the nation's minority communities. Speaking to SAMAA news, Chaudhary said that it took three years of consistent studies, at least eight hours a day devoted to preparation, which led her to achieve this success. "Discipline, hard work, and the desire to contribute to society have driven me throughout this journey," she added. Kashish Chaudhary's father, Girdhari Lal, expressed his sense of pride over his daughter to the media. Lal, a mid-level trader, said, "It is a matter of great pride for me that my daughter has become an assistant commissioner due to her hard work and commitment." He further added that Chaudhary always dreamt of studying and doing something for women. Chaudhary and her father met Balochistan chief minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta on Monday. She told the CM that she would work toward the empowerment of women and minorities, while also looking at the province's overall development. CM Bugti also said it was a matter of pride for the nation when minority community members get to key positions due to their hard work and effort. "Kashish is a symbol of pride for the nation and Balochistan," he added. Kashish Chaudhary has managed to make her mark and is being counted among the other women from the Hindu community who achieved notable success in male-dominated fields in Pakistan, news agency PTI reported. These women have fought and overcome many cultural, religious and social hurdles to get to such significant positions. Manesh Ropeta, in 2022, became the first Hindu woman to be appointed as the Superintendent of Police in Karachi, where she is still posted. A 35-year-old Pushpa Kumari Kohli is serving as a sub-inspector in Karachi and exuded confidence that Hindu women hold the tenacity and intelligence to reach the top. 'I also passed the Sindh police Public Services Examination. There are many more Hindu girls out there waiting to educate themselves and become something,' Kohli, who belongs to a scheduled caste, was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. Suman Pawan Bodani, a native of Sindh province's Shahdadkot, was first appointed as a civil judge in her hometown in 2019. Meanwhile, Ramesh Kumar Vankwani, a politician in Sindh, said he believes that young Hindu girls, with the backing of their families, have shown more leaning and initiative toward being educated and pursuing higher studies. 'Our young women are doing us proud. We have doctors, civil servants, police officers, etc in Sindh,' he said.
India Today
13-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Meet Kashish Chaudhary, Balochistan's first Hindu woman Assistant Commissioner
Kashish Chaudhary, a 25-year-old Pakistani Hindu woman, has made history by becoming the first female from the minority community in Balochistan to be appointed as Assistant Commissioner in the restive who hails from the remote town of Noshki in district Chagai in the province, qualified Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) Monday, Kashish, accompanied by her father Girdhari Lal, met Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta and told him that she would work for the empowerment of women and minorities, and the overall development of the 'It is a matter of great pride for me that my daughter has become an assistant commissioner due to her hard work and commitment,' Lal told the a mid-level trader, said his daughter had always dreamed of studying and doing something for her Minister Bugti said it was a matter of pride for the nation when members of the minority communities got to key positions due to their hard work and effort.'Kashish is a symbol of pride for the nation and Balochistan,' he recent years, women from the Hindu community have achieved notable success in generally male-dominated fields in Pakistan, overcoming many cultural, religious and social hurdles to get to important July 2022, Manesh Ropeta became the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Superintendent of Police in Karachi, where she is still fulfilling her Kumari Kohli, a 35-year-old police sub-inspector in Karachi, said Hindu women have the tenacity and intelligence to reach the top.'I also passed the Sindh police Public Services Examination. There are many more Hindu girls out there waiting to educate themselves and become something,' said Kohli, who belongs to a scheduled Pawan Bodani is still serving as a civil judge in Hyderabad after first being appointed as a civil judge in her hometown of Shahdadkot in Sindh province in Kumar Vankwani, a politician in Sindh province, believes that young Hindu girls, who are supported by their families, have shown more inclination and initiative to gain education and pursue higher studies.'Our young women are doing us proud. We have doctors, civil servants, police officers, etc in Sindh,' he said that despite being notorious for its problem of underage and young Hindu girls being abducted and converted by Muslim men, Sindh required more educational facilities for the Hindu community to counter such form the biggest minority community in Pakistan. According to official estimates, 75 lakh Hindus live in Pakistan. However, according to the community, over 90 lakh Hindus are living in the majority of Pakistan's Hindu population is settled in Sindh province.
Express Tribune
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Balochistan appoints first Hindu woman AC
In a landmark moment for Balochistan, Kashish Chaudhary has made history by becoming the province's first Hindu woman to be appointed as an Assistant Commissioner. Hailing from the remote town of Noshki in district Chagai, Chaudhary's achievement is being hailed as a powerful symbol of inclusion, diversity, and meritocracy in the province. Chaudhary secured the position after successfully passing the highly competitive Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination at a notably young age. Her accomplishment was recognized in a formal meeting with Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti at the CM Secretariat in Quetta, where she was accompanied by her father, Girdhari Lal. During the meeting, Chief Minister Bugti lauded her achievement, describing her as "a symbol of pride for not just Balochistan, but the entire nation." He added, "Kashish has proven that the daughters of Balochistan are second to none. Her success sends a strong message that talent and perseverance can emerge from even the most remote corners of our province." In her remarks, Chaudhary expressed her deep commitment to public service, emphasizing her desire to advocate for youth, women, and marginalized communities. "I'm grateful to the Government of Balochistan for placing its trust in a young woman from a minority background. My journey is just beginning, and I intend to be a strong voice for those who are often unheard," she stated. She also commended the transparency and inclusiveness of the BPSC, saying it offers a level playing field for candidates regardless of their background or location. "Where you come from doesn't define how far you can go. It's your dedication and commitment that matter," she said, urging young girls across Pakistan's remote areas to pursue their dreams without fear or hesitation.
