Kashish Chaudhary has made history as the first woman to be appointed as an Assistant Commissioner in Balochistan. At just 25 years old, she hails from Noshki, a remote area in the Chagay district, which is known for its underdevelopment. Her achievement came after successfully passing the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam, and her success has sparked celebrations on social media, where many are calling her an inspiration for young women and minority communities.
Recently, Kashish met with Balochistan’s Prime Minister Sarfaraz Bhugti and his father Gardari Lal in Quetta. During this meeting, she expressed her commitment to working for the empowerment of women and minorities.
Her father, filled with pride, referred to her accomplishment as a significant milestone.
How did Kashish succeed?
In an interview with Samaa News, Kashish shared that her journey required three years of dedication and discipline, studying around eight hours each day. “Discipline, hard work, and a desire to contribute to society have driven me through this journey,” she explained.
Part of a growing tribe
Kashish is part of a rising trend of success among women from the Hindu community in Pakistan, particularly in fields often dominated by men. This follows the footsteps of Manesh Ropeta, who, in July 2022, became the first Hindu woman to oversee police duties in Karachi. Additionally, Pushpakumari Kohli, who passed the Sindh Public Service Examination a few years ago, works as a sub-inspector for the Karachi Police. There’s also Suman Pawan Bodani, a civil judge appointed in her hometown of Shahdadkot, Sindh, in 2019. Most of Pakistan’s Hindu population resides in Sindh.
