Baloch Kulachi in Pakistan

People Name:	Baloch Kulachi
Country:	Pakistan
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	81,000
World Population:	81,000
Primary Language:	Balochi, Eastern
Primary Religion:	Islam
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	New Testament
Online Audio NT:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Baloch
Affinity Bloc:	South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction / History

Some believe the name "Baloch" is derived from the name of the Babylonian king and god Belus. Others believe the word is a derivation of Sanskrit words "Bal" meaning strength and "Och" meaning high or magnificent.

The Baloch claim their origins to be in Aleppo in what is now Syria. They are descendants of Hazrat Ameer Hamza, the uncle of Islamic prophet Muhammad. Based on an analysis of the linguistic connections of the Balochi language, the original homeland of the Balochi tribes was likely the east or southeast area of the central Caspian region. Today they live in the southernmost region of the Iranian plateau in Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. There are three main Baloch dialects including Eastern Balochi, the language of the Kulachi subgroup. Most Baloch groups, including the Kulachi, live in southern Pakistan.

What Are Their Lives Like?

The Kulachi Baloch live according to tribal customs. Baloch men wear long shirts with long sleeves and loose pants. They sometimes wear turbans on their heads. Gold ornaments such as necklaces and bracelets are an important aspect of Baloch women's traditions. They usually wear a gold brooch that is used to fasten two parts of the dress together over the chest. They pass traditions to children through oral history retelling. The tradition of a Baloch mother singing lullabies to her children has played an important role in the transfer of knowledge from generation to generation for many centuries.

What Are Their Beliefs?

The Kulachi Baloch follow Sunni Islam, practicing regular prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and observing Islamic festivals. Mosques serve as important centers for worship and social gatherings. While Islamic teachings guide their spiritual and moral lives, they also observe some traditional Baloch customs, creating a unique blend of religious and cultural identity.

What Are Their Needs?

The Kulachi Baloch face numerous challenges due to their remote and harsh living conditions. Access to basic services such as healthcare and education is limited, resulting in low literacy rates and inadequate medical care. Economic opportunities are also scarce, with many families struggling to make ends meet through pastoralism and small-scale farming. Infrastructure in Balochistan is underdeveloped, making transportation and communication difficult..

Prayer Points

Pray that the Kulachi Baloch may be open to Jesus Christ and his gospel.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to move through Kulachi elders and family leaders through dreams and visions of Jesus Christ.
Pray that God will provide workers who speak the Balochi language to work with the Baloch peoples.