03-Dec-2024, 01:42 PM
The Baloch Human Rights Group (BHRG) has strongly condemned the recent wave of enforced disappearances involving young individuals by Pakistani security forces, particularly in Balochistan. Reports indicate that at least ten Baloch men were forcibly abducted in separate incidents across various locations, including Jiwani, Uthal, and Karachi.
This alarming trend has sparked outrage among human rights activists and advocates for the Baloch community, who assert that such actions are part of a broader pattern of state-sponsored violence and oppression.
Among those reported missing are four students from the Agricultural University, who were last seen at Uthal Bazaar. Their classmates have expressed deep concern, stating that the students were taken without any explanation or subsequent communication. The BHRG has highlighted that this incident is not isolated; it reflects a disturbing increase in enforced disappearances in the region, with over 50 individuals reportedly abducted in recent military operations across Balochistan.
The BHRG’s condemnation comes amid a backdrop of escalating violence against the Baloch people, who have long faced systemic discrimination and human rights abuses. The organization has called attention to the silence of international human rights bodies and media on these issues, emphasizing that the plight of the Baloch people is often overlooked. They argue that the enforced disappearances are not merely acts of violence but constitute a form of genocide against the Baloch nation.
In their statements, the BHRG has urged for immediate action to address these human rights violations. They demand thorough investigations into the enforced disappearances and accountability for those responsible within the security forces. The group also emphasizes the need for international oversight and intervention to protect the rights of the Baloch people and to ensure that their voices are heard on a global platform.
The ongoing situation in Balochistan is characterized by a lack of accountability for security forces, leading to a culture of impunity where human rights violations can occur without consequence. Activists have reported that many families live in fear of abduction, with some individuals disappearing without a trace, often after being detained by state authorities.
As calls for justice grow louder, the BHRG remains committed to advocating for the rights of the Baloch people and raising awareness about their struggles against enforced disappearances and state violence. They vow to continue their resistance against these brutal practices until justice is served and the fundamental rights of all individuals in Balochistan are upheld.
