Baloch Youth Found Dead in Gwadar: Outrage Grows Over Enforced Disappearances
A young man allegedly abducted by Pakistani forces was found dead in Gwadar, sparking outrage over enforced disappearances in Balochistan.
The grim reality of enforced disappearances in Balochistan has once again come to the forefront after the body of a missing Baloch youth was recovered in the Gwadar district. The incident has reignited fierce criticism of Pakistani security forces, with allegations of custodial abuse and systemic abductions mounting in the region.
A Tragic Recovery in Gwadar
According to reports from The Balochistan Post, the deceased has been identified as Ahmed, the son of Gwahram Baloch. The sequence of events leading to his death paints a harrowing picture of the security situation in the area.
Ahmed was reportedly detained by security personnel on October 5, 2025, in the Shadi Kaur locality of Gwadar. Following his arrest, he was moved to an undisclosed location, leaving his family in a state of agonizing uncertainty. The search ended in tragedy on October 19, 2026, when his lifeless body was recovered, raising urgent questions about the treatment he received while in custody.
More Disappearances Reported in Turbat
The tragedy in Gwadar is not an isolated event. In the Kech district, specifically in Turbat, three more families are currently fighting for answers regarding their missing loved ones. On October 24, around 8 pm, security forces allegedly conducted an operation in Askani Absar, detaining three men:
- Talau, son of Naguman
- Muhammad Hayat, son of Babul
- Charshambay, son of Shambay
Families report that during this operation, security personnel did not just take the men, but also confiscated their vehicle and personal belongings. Despite repeated pleas and appeals to the authorities, the whereabouts of these three individuals remain a mystery.
Families Plead for Intervention
Pir Jan, the son of Talau, revealed that the families have reached out to administrative authorities and publicized the disappearances to draw attention to their plight. However, they claim to have received no meaningful response. In desperation, the families have urged the Makran commissioner, the district police officer, and the deputy commissioner of Kech to intervene immediately to find the missing men.
A Protest That Refuses to Die
While individual families struggle for answers, a larger movement continues to demand justice in Quetta. The Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) is currently maintaining a longstanding demonstration outside the Quetta Press Club.
In a staggering display of endurance, the protest has now entered its 6,410th day. The site recently saw visits from Comrade Manzoor Baloch and journalist Saifullah Sarparah, who expressed their solidarity with the grieving families.
"Entire households suffer when their friends and relatives vanish without explanation," stated VBMP chairman Nasrullah Baloch.
Nasrullah Baloch highlighted the profound emotional, psychological, and social trauma inflicted on the community by these disappearances. He has issued a poignant appeal to the institutional leadership and the government of Pakistan, urging them to prioritize humanitarian concerns and ensure that all missing individuals are recovered safely.