World

Balochistan: BYC stages another protest amid enforced disappearances

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee staged another peaceful protest on the streets of Hub Chowki against the enforced disappearances of Baloch youths despite a police blockade on Monday.

The protest was part of an ongoing series under the theme, “Breaking the Silence: Standing Against Enforced Disappearances. “There were families of the disappeared youths, demanding justice for their kin and sharing sorrowful stories.

In a post on X, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee said,” The resistance remains strong, and the voices of the Baloch, along with those of the affected families, cannot be suppressed by roadblocks or violence. This wave of protests against enforced disappearances, a continuation of the Baloch genocide, will persist throughout Balochistan. The movement stands firm despite attempts to intimidate and silence it.”

This was the second protest by BYC following a similar protest staged in Karachi, where the police used violence and arrested the protesters.

The enforced disappearances in Balochistan are a fundamental human rights violation issue under which individuals, political activists or ordinary citizens may be kidnapped by governmental authorities or military forces.

The Baloch people demanded rights and control over local resources but Pakistani forces blocked the demanding voice through violence.

This has a huge impact on society creating fear in the minds of Baloch nationalists. These nationalists are suppressed by roadblocks and violence, leaving the state in grief and uncertainty.

Earlier on 18th October, Pakistan security forces forcibly disappeared three men from the Panjgur and Khuzdar districts of Baluchistan. Later Karachi Police arrested BYC’s Central Deputy Organizer, Lala Wahab Bloch and four others amid peaceful protest.

Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) is a political and social welfare organization in Balochistan. It protects Baloch rights and unites all the nationalists of Balochistan. The committee identifies concerns like political rights, culture, and coordination and welfare for the Baloch community.

ANI

Ani service

Recent Posts

New Zealand Foreign Minister arrives Kathmandu on two days’ visit, ahead Everest Day

New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters has arrived Kathmandu on his…

14 hours ago

Indian, Mongolian armies to hold 17th ‘Nomadic Elephant 2025’ joint exercise in Ulaanbaatar

The Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces will commence the 17th edition of their…

16 hours ago

“Never thought this would happen…”: Pandi Ram Mandavi on receiving Padma Shri for wood craft

Pandi Ram Mandavi, a renowned artist from Bastar, Chhattisgarh, was conferred the Padma Shri award…

16 hours ago

Taiwan slams China’s Cross-Strait summits as ‘United Front Lectures,’ shuns events in Beijing

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) criticised China on Wednesday for organising two summits for Taiwanese…

18 hours ago

ETGE slams UNWTO official for endorsing China’s tourism drive amid ongoing Uyghur genocide

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) vehemently denounces Mr. Francesco Frangialli, the Honorary Secretary-General…

19 hours ago

US lawmakers urge AI Safety Institute to counter China’s growing AI threat

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the…

19 hours ago