Where is Balochi spoken?

Balochi is a West Iranian language spoken by approximately nine million people across a wide geographic area. Its primary concentrations include:12

• Pakistan: The majority of speakers reside here, particularly in the southwestern province of Balochistān.13
• Iran: Speakers are primarily located in the southeastern region of Baluchistan, which is part of a province that also includes Sīstān.13
• Afghanistan: The language is widely scattered, with speakers found mainly in the southwestern portion of the country.13
• Central Asia: Significant populations are found in southern Turkmenistan, particularly around Mary (Merv).1
• Diaspora Communities: There is a sizable Baloch colony in Oman, and speakers are also found in India, sheikhdoms of southern Arabia, and along the east coast of Africa as far south as Kenya.12