History
In 1839, this area along with Pishin region became a part of British India as a result of the First Anglo Afghan War. However, in 1842, the Afghans regained the entire Pishin Valley, losing it again in 1879. Four years later, Pishin and the surrounding areas were merged with Quetta district. In 1993, it was separated from Pishin for administrative reasons and was given the status of a district.
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