Pakistan’s Balochistan province is reeling from a wave of targeted violence, as revealed by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) in a scathing report on two farmers’ fates. The cases expose systemic enforced disappearances and custodial murders, fueling demands for international scrutiny.
On February 9, 26-year-old Taimoor, a steadfast farmer eking out a living, disappeared from Surab. His body, marred by torture marks, was callously discarded after detention. BYC linked the killing to violations of core human rights pacts, including protections against torture and guarantees of life.
That same day, Frontier Corps forces seized 31-year-old Murtaza at a local checkpoint, bypassing all legal norms. His family was left in the dark until February 20, when his battered remains were found—11 days of agony in custody.
BYC shared details with the UN’s anti-disappearance panel, directly challenging Pakistani officials. State entities face blame for these executions, prompting calls for unbiased inquiries.
February has seen a surge: 19 verified killings, fake encounters, and abductions. Vulnerable groups bear the brunt, with families silenced through intimidation amid media suppression.
‘This orchestrated assault on rights strikes at Baloch identity and security,’ BYC warned. From kids to elders, civilians are vanishing without trace or recourse, trapping communities in fear. Global action is imperative to dismantle this reign of terror.