Balochistan Horror: 66 Killed and 54 Disappeared in One Month
HRCB reports 54 enforced disappearances and 66 killings in Balochistan during September 2026, highlighting a dire human rights crisis.
A grim picture of the human rights situation in Balochistan has emerged following a monthly report by the Human Rights Council of Balochistan (HRCB). The report for September 2026 reveals a disturbing pattern of violence and state-sponsored abductions, documenting 66 killings and 54 cases of enforced disappearances across the region.
The Toll of Disappearances
Of the 54 individuals reported missing in September, the victims included 51 men and three women. In a particularly harrowing detail, one of the female victims was a seven-year-old girl. The report also highlights that nine teenagers were among those swept up in these disappearances.
The HRCB noted that only 11 of these individuals reappeared by the time the report was compiled. However, the "return" of some was tragic; four of those who resurfaced were subsequently reported killed while in custody.
How They Were Taken
The report breaks down the methods used for these abductions, showing that house raids were the primary tactic:
- House Raids: 32 cases (59.3%)
- Detentions: 20 cases (37%)
- Check-posts: 2 cases (3.7%)
Who is Responsible?
The HRCB identified several entities as the alleged perpetrators behind these disappearances:
- Frontier Corps (FC): 30 cases (55.6%)
- Intelligence Agencies