Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has said Balochistan will become the most prosperous province of Pakistan in next 15 to 20 years after the completion of ongoing development projects.

Addressing a book launching ceremony here in Islamabad on Thursday, he said the federal government has allocated 130 billion rupees from its own budget for the development projects in Balochistan.

He said the government is taking measures to provide more opportunities to the youth of Balochistan in all sectors, especially in the fields of education and skill training.

The Minister said all possible efforts are being made to ensure connectivity across the province to ensure sustainable development.