In Quetta, Pakistan, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has blocked the main highway linking Quetta to Karachi (N-25) near the Sona Khan area. The protest is in response to the alleged abduction of Zaheer Ahmed Baloch, a government employee and father of two, by Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel on June 27.
The BYC shared pictures and videos of the highway blockage on social media. They announced that the protest would continue until Zaheer Baloch is safely returned. The family of Zaheer Baloch and BYC members had previously warned that they would block highways if their demands were not met.
Recently, Pakistan police were criticized for their violent response to a peaceful protest organized by the Baloch community on Saryab Road, Quetta. Human rights activists and organizations have condemned the actions of the police and the government, accusing them of violating constitutional rights and resorting to violence against peaceful protesters.
Mahrang Baloch, representing the BYC, announced plans for a Baloch National Gathering in Gwadar on July 28 to address the ongoing issues faced by the Baloch community, including violence, economic hardships, and alleged genocide.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) also condemned the violent treatment of protesters and called for an end to enforced disappearances in Balochistan.
Quetta is a city in Pakistan. It is the capital of the Balochistan province.
Karachi is the largest city in Pakistan and the capital of the Sindh province. It is also a major port city.
Zaheer Ahmed Baloch is a person who has reportedly been taken away by some police officers. People are protesting to get him back safely.
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) is a group of people who work together to support the Baloch community. They are organizing the protests.
The Counter Terrorism Department is a special part of the police that deals with stopping terrorist activities. They are being accused of taking Zaheer Ahmed Baloch.
Human rights organizations are groups that work to make sure everyone is treated fairly and with respect. They are upset about how the police are treating the protesters.
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