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==History==
The Army of the Indus passed through here in 1839. A political agent, Captain Bean, was appointed at Quetta who acted on behalf of the [[Shah Shuja-ul-Mulk |Shah Shuja]], the Afghan ruler. In 1842, the area was given to the Khan of [[Kalat State|Kalat]].
From 1876 to 1883, the area was managed by Sir Robert Sandeman on behalf of the Khan. In 1883, it was leased by the British for Rs. 25,000/- per annum.
