Balochistan Horror: 8 Men Reportedly 'Disappeared' by Pakistan Forces
Eight men have reportedly been subjected to enforced disappearances in Balochistan's Kech and Mastung districts by Pakistani forces.
A wave of fear has gripped the Kech and Mastung districts of Balochistan as reports emerge that eight men have been subjected to enforced disappearances in separate incidents allegedly carried out by Pakistani forces. While one missing individual has recently returned home, the sudden disappearance of these eight men has sparked outrage and deep concern among local communities.
Raids and Looting in Kech
In the Tump area of Kech, the situation took a violent turn when Pakistani forces allegedly raided several homes in Kohad. During these operations, four men were detained and have since vanished. The missing individuals have been identified as:
- Bilal, son of Hanif
- Sabit, son of Tapi
- Marwan, son of Ayub
- Adeel, son of Qayyum
Local sources claim that the raids were not limited to detentions. It is alleged that personnel looted jewellery, motorcycles, and various household possessions. Furthermore, a local shop was reportedly ransacked, with its goods stolen during the operation.
Students and Mechanics Targeted
The crackdown extended to other areas of the region. In Aapsar, Turbat, two students—Tayyab Nasir (24) and Pazeer Nasir (28), both sons of Haji Nasir—were allegedly taken from their home around 5 pm on October 17. In a chilling detail, Pazeer, a resident of Gili in Buleda, has reportedly been subjected to enforced disappearance three times before, making this his fourth alleged abduction.
Meanwhile, in Sarawan Town, Mastung, two brothers working as mechanics were targeted. Izzatullah Baloch (27) and Asif Baloch (25), sons of Abdul Razzaq, were reportedly taken on October 15.
A Glimmer of Hope and Ongoing Agony
Amidst the grim reports, there was one instance of recovery. Murad Jan, son of Qadir Bakhsh, was found near his residence in Sarnkan, Kech, on October 15, just one day after he had disappeared.
However, for many others, the wait for answers continues. The protest camp organized by the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) outside the Quetta Press Club has now entered its 6,393rd consecutive day. The camp remains a symbol of the enduring struggle of families searching for their loved ones.
The Fight for Missing Students
Joining the demonstrators are the grieving relatives of students Suhail Baloch, Faseeh Baloch, and Riaz Satakzai. Suhail and Faseeh were reportedly detained by Pakistani forces at the University of Balochistan on November 2, 2021. Despite years of pleading and protests, their families are still demanding their safe recovery and answers regarding their whereabouts.