QUETTA:Mr AbdulHafeezPirzada,Federal Minister for Provincial Co-ordination, said here today [Jan 14] that the administrative structure of Baluchistan which a year ago was in ... bad shape, has now been effectively rehabilitated. The political situation in the province, he added, has also greatly improved... . The Federal Minister was addressing a crowded Press conference. ...

He said while the Government was actively engaged in accelerating the pace of development, the people all over the province were contributing their best in nationbuilding activities. Referring to his current tour of the province which took him to seven districts including the Marri-Bugti Agency, he said that he saw even those people who till recently were engaged in hostile activities, working with dedication for improving the economic condition of the area. This, he pointed out, portends a bright future for the province. ... Replying to a question, the Minister said that steps have been taken to see that the huge funds allocated for development of Baluchistan are not missed... . He ... stated that corruption in any form will not be tolerated. Staff correspondent