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On Sunday, thousands of individuals gathered in Gwadar, Balochistan, for the ‘Baloch Raaji Muchi’ (Baloch National Gathering), defying a harsh crackdown by Pakistani authorities.
The event was organized by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) and focused on several pressing issues: the demand for the recovery of missing Baloch persons, an end to military operations and controversial foreign projects, and a halt to what they characterize as the ‘genocide’ of the Baloch community.
Dr. Mahrang Baloch, a leading figure in the BYC, addressed the crowd, condemning the government’s tactics aimed at undermining the Baloch national movement. “Protest is our constitutional right. We are here seeking justice and to reclaim our rights,” she declared.
Dr. Baloch pointed out the severe human rights violations occurring in the region, which have fostered a climate of insecurity among the local population. “Today’s substantial gathering in Gwadar is a testament that the Baloch will never compromise on their rights,” she insisted.
She asserted, “The Raaji Muchi that you tried to suppress by force has manifested across all of Balochistan. The entirety of Gwadar stands united to declare that we do not require your presence nor your oppression. This land belongs to us.”
Additionally, she denounced the government’s attempts to disrupt the gathering under the pretense of security concerns, highlighting that these efforts had ultimately failed. “Attempts to stifle the Baloch national movement through force must end. It is time for the state to recognize the need to cease its oppression and brutality in Balochistan,” Dr. Baloch urged.
Sammi Deen Baloch, another key activist, underscored the significance of the event. “We must ensure the triumph of this National Gathering regardless of the cost. We stand ready to face violence, but we must demonstrate to the world that we have achieved success,” she emphasized. “The state has utilized all its power to prevent this gathering, and it is now the duty of the Baloch people to make the Raaji Muchi a success.”
Tribal elders and leaders from various nationalist political parties also spoke at the gathering, criticizing the government’s neglect of true leadership in Balochistan. They highlighted how agreements with favored foreign companies are being made at the expense of public interest. “We will not remain silent in the face of these injustices,” they vowed.
The BYC reiterated that if their demands go unaddressed, they would expand their protests. “We are prepared to extend our movement to other regions of the Balochistan if necessary,” a BYC statement declared.
During the gathering, a curfew-like atmosphere prevailed in Gwadar and its vicinity, with security forces surrounding the city. Participants arriving from other areas of Balochistan encountered significant challenges, as many were stopped at various checkpoints by security personnel. Despite these hurdles, the turnout reflected strong support for the BYC’s cause and the resilience of the Baloch people in their ongoing struggle for rights and justice.
