14-JUN-2025,09:30 PMIn a deeply concerning development, Pakistani Security personnel have reportedly abducted two Baloch men in Balochistan, sparking outrage among human rights groups and the local community. This incident adds to the growing number of enforced disappearances in the region, a pattern that has drawn national and international condemnation. The Baloch community has long accused Pakistani Security agencies of targeting civilians under the guise of national security, while official accountability remains elusive.
Pakistani Security Forces Allegedly Behind Abduction in Turbat
Pakistani Security : Two Civilians Taken Without Warrant
According to local sources, Pakistani Security forces allegedly raided a residence in Turbat, Balochistan, and forcibly detained two men—identified as Yasin Baloch and Siraj Ahmed—without presenting any legal documentation. Witnesses claim the forces arrived in unmarked vehicles, carried out a swift operation, and left without offering any justification for the detentions.
Families of the abducted individuals say they have received no official information regarding their loved ones’ whereabouts or the reasons for their detention. Local police have reportedly refused to register a formal complaint, leaving the families helpless.
Pakistani Security : A Familiar Pattern of Abuse
This incident follows a well-documented pattern of actions carried out by Pakistani Security agencies in Balochistan over the past two decades. Victims are often taken during late-night raids, and their families are left in a state of uncertainty and fear. In most cases, the missing are never charged with any crime, and many remain unaccounted for years—or forever.
Pakistani Security : Widespread Condemnation from Human Rights Organizations
Pakistani Security : National and International Groups Speak Out
Human rights groups have condemned the latest abduction and renewed their calls for transparency and accountability. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) issued a statement denouncing the continued use of enforced disappearances as a tool of intimidation.
Amnesty International also weighed in, demanding that the Pakistani Security apparatus be held accountable and that all missing persons be safely returned to their families.
“This is not an isolated incident but part of a systemic pattern. The silence of the state only fuels the culture of impunity,” said an Amnesty spokesperson.
Families Demand Answers
Relatives of the abducted men staged protests in Turbat, demanding the safe return of their loved ones. Holding placards and photographs, they accused Pakistani Security forces of violating basic human rights and urged the judiciary to take suo motu action. Many families in Balochistan have formed alliances to support each other in their quest for justice, despite ongoing threats and harassment.
The Crisis of Enforced Disappearances in Balochistan
A History of Repression
Balochistan has been plagued by political unrest and insurgency for decades. In response, Pakistani Security forces have launched multiple operations across the province, often with little to no civilian oversight. What began as a counterinsurgency effort has evolved into a broader campaign of repression, targeting not just militants but also students, journalists, activists, and ordinary civilians.
Thousands of people have reportedly gone missing in Balochistan since the early 2000s. Independent investigations suggest that many of these enforced disappearances have been carried out by security agencies, although official acknowledgment remains absent.
Impact on Local Communities
The psychological toll on Baloch families has been immense. Communities live in constant fear, with individuals avoiding political discussions or activism to protect themselves. The absence of any legal recourse has made matters worse, as victims’ families often face bureaucratic roadblocks, intimidation, and prolonged silence from authorities.
Local NGOs estimate that over 1,000 people are still missing in Balochistan, although exact numbers are hard to verify due to the lack of transparency.
Government Response and Denial
State Denials and Judicial Inaction
The Pakistani government and military have consistently denied involvement in enforced disappearances, often attributing the incidents to “anti-state elements” or describing them as unverified rumors. Despite multiple appeals and cases filed in courts, few concrete outcomes have emerged.
The Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances, established by the government, has been widely criticized for its inefficiency and lack of authority to hold Pakistani Security forces accountable.
Legislative Efforts Stalled
Attempts to legislate against enforced disappearances have also stalled. A bill proposed in 2021 aimed to criminalize the practice but faced resistance in the upper house of Parliament and has yet to be passed into law. Civil society organizations argue that without strong political will, such measures remain symbolic.
International Attention on Balochistan’s Human Rights Crisis
UN and Global Community Take Note
The United Nations Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances has repeatedly raised concerns about Balochistan and called on Pakistan to end the practice of enforced disappearances. Despite these interventions, there has been little progress on the ground.
International human rights organizations have urged foreign governments to press Pakistan on its human rights record, particularly regarding the conduct of Pakistani Security forces in Balochistan.
Diaspora Mobilizes for Advocacy
The Baloch diaspora in Europe and North America has organized protests, lobbied lawmakers, and submitted reports to global bodies to draw attention to the crisis. They argue that continued economic and military aid to Pakistan without human rights conditions enables further abuses.
Conclusion: The Need for Urgent Action
The abduction of two more Baloch men by Pakistani Security forces is a stark reminder of the ongoing human rights crisis in Balochistan. As enforced disappearances continue unabated, families are left to suffer in silence while the state offers little more than denial and indifference.
Accountability and justice remain distant goals unless both domestic and international actors take meaningful steps to address this issue. The international community must press for transparency and rule of law, while Pakistan must urgently reform its security policies and uphold the basic rights of its citizens.
Until then, the cries of the disappeared and their families will echo unanswered in the deserts and mountains of Balochistan.
Source : ANI
