Sindhi Activists Detained in Larkana in a Crackdown on Protest Over Hidayat Lohar’s Murder
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A peaceful protest organized by the family of murdered Sindhi activist Hidayat Lohar in Larkana was met with a crackdown by Pakistani law enforcement on Sunday. The demonstration, aimed at seeking justice for Lohar’s killing, resulted in the detention of several activists, including women and men.
Among those detained were Hidayat Lohar’s daughters, Sorath and Sasui Lohar, as well as prominent figures such as Comrade Fozia Sengar from the Women Democratic Front and Amjad Sindhi from the Progressive Students Federation (PRSF).
Although Sorath, Sasui, Fozia, and other female protesters were eventually released, male protesters remain in custody, with police filing First Information Reports (FIRs) against them.
The protest represents ongoing public outrage in Sindh following Hidayat Lohar’s murder on February 16 and the perceived lack of action from authorities in filing an FIR. In response, Sorath and Sasui, along with Sindhi nationalist parties, launched a series of protests in various cities in Sindh, following a five-day sit-in in Larkana.
Accusing Pakistani forces of involvement in Lohar’s killing, the family and Sindhi nationalist parties are demanding an independent investigation and are urging international organizations to intervene and ensure a thorough inquiry into the incident.
