Alleged Corruption at Washuk DHQ: Millions Worth of Government Medicines Misappropriated

Independent Report
Washuk | January 16, 2026
A recent scandal involving the District Health Officer (DHQ) of Washuk has exposed serious weaknesses in Balochistan’s public health system. Reports suggest that millions of rupees’ worth of government-supplied medicines, intended for hospitals, were allegedly sold illegally instead of reaching patients.
Local residents and patients of Khuzdar Teaching Hospital, a major healthcare facility for surrounding districts, claim that basic medicines and essential medical supplies—such as syringes, bandages, and emergency drugs—are consistently unavailable. Patients are often forced to purchase these items from private pharmacies at their own expense, creating a significant financial burden, especially for low-income families.
Public opinion now points to systemic corruption and poor oversight as the main issue, rather than a mere lack of supplies. There are growing concerns that the medicine quota for larger hospitals, including Khuzdar, may also have been misappropriated over time.
Citizens are calling on the Balochistan government, the Health Department, and accountability institutions to conduct immediate and transparent audits of medicine supply chains, storage, and usage across all public hospitals. They also demand a formal investigation into Khuzdar, following the Washuk model, to hold responsible officials accountable and prevent further misuse of public resources.
The public warns that corruption in critical sectors like health directly affects ordinary citizens, who rely on these hospitals for care and contribute taxes to sustain the system. Observers are watching closely to see whether authorities will take tangible action or if the case will, like previous scandals, fade without resolution.