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About the Directorate of Culture

Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in Balochistan

The Directorate of Culture is responsible for documenting, safeguarding, and promoting the living heritage of Balochistan in collaboration with local communities, practitioners, and academic institutions.

ICH Categorization Hierarchy

1. Oral Traditions & Expressions

  • Folktales
  • Proverbs
  • Storytelling

2. Performing Arts

  • Music (Narh Sur, Saroz, Dambura, etc.)
  • Dance traditions
  • Theatre and storytelling performances

3. Social Practices, Rituals & Festive Events

  • Local festivals
  • Marriage and life-cycle rituals
  • Seasonal and communal celebrations

4. Knowledge & Practices about Nature and the Universe

  • Traditional herbal medicine
  • Water-sharing systems (Karez)
  • Pastoral and animal husbandry knowledge

Traditional

  • Carpet and textile weaving
  • Embroidery (Balochi, Pashtun, Brahui styles)
  • Pottery and metalwork