This division is seen as a severe handicap by the police as criminals based outside their limited area of jurisdiction can easily plan attacks and run away.

The distinction was eliminated by Musharraf, however, it was brought back by the PPP government of 2008 under CM Balochistan Aslam Raisani.

Since Pakistan's post 9/11 involvement in the War on Terrorism targeted killings, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks have risen substantially.

PPP formed a government in Balochistan and ruled in a coalition with Nawab Aslam Raisani as Chief Minister.

[5] Designations of Balochistan Police are as follow:[9] SHO, SDPO, DPO, CCPO, RPO and PPO are posts, not ranks.