Sibghat Abdul Haq Baloch Calls for Unity Against Baloch Genocide
Gwadar [Pakistan], July 18: Baloch rights activist Sibghat Abdul Haq Baloch has urged the Baloch community to unite and raise their voices against the ongoing Baloch Genocide. He emphasized the importance of continuing their struggle against the Pakistani state, despite increasing repression and suppression.
In a post on ‘X’, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) shared Haq’s message ahead of the Baloch Raaji Muchi. He appealed to everyone to join the fight against barbarism and genocide, stating that courage and determination are essential for their survival.
Sibghat Abdul Haq Baloch’s message to the Baloch Nation is ahead of the Baloch Raaji Muchi. He appeals to each one of us to join the struggle against barbarism and Baloch genocide, no matter how tough it becomes. In the midst of genocide and suppression, nations are meant to… pic.twitter.com/7yIUXPwThe
— Baloch Yakjehti Committee (@BalochYakjehtiC) July 17, 2024
In a video message released before the Baloch National Gathering, Haq called for unity on July 28, urging everyone to show the Pakistani state that the Baloch are united and strong. He highlighted various issues faced by the Baloch community, including genocide, enforced disappearances, border closures, poor conditions for farmers, unemployment among fishermen, rampant drug supply chains, and the actions of death squads.
Haq also criticized the handover of Balochistan to China under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), comparing it to China’s control over Sri Lanka. He stated that Baloch resources are being exploited and many Baloch are being killed in disguised road accidents, all forms of genocide.
Prominent Baloch rights activist Mahrang Baloch also emphasized the need for unity, urging the Baloch to participate in the Baloch Raaji Muchi on July 28. She called it a historic opportunity to unite and prove their Baloch identity, putting aside all divisions and conspiracies.
بلوچ قوم ، بلوچ سماج اور بلوچ سرزمین پر تمام تر کالونیل ذہنیت اور سازشی عزائم سے پیدا کردہ مصنوعی اور غیر فطری قبائلی، طبقاتی، علاقائی، مذہبی، لسانی، جنسی، سرحدی، پارٹی بازی، گروہی مفادات، اور تقسیم کاری سے بالاتر ہو کر صرف عملاً بلوچ بن کر بلوچ راجی مچی 28 جولائی کو گوادر میں… pic.twitter.com/Zi6xtN4M5H
— Mahrang Baloch (@MahrangBaloch_) July 18, 2024
She stated that if the Baloch community and land are to be saved, they must unite and take action, proving themselves as a living nation and showing the world that they will no longer tolerate genocide.
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Sibghat Abdul Haq Baloch -: Sibghat Abdul Haq Baloch is a person who speaks up for the rights of the Baloch people, a group of people living in a region called Balochistan.
Baloch Genocide -: Baloch Genocide refers to the killing and mistreatment of Baloch people by the Pakistani state.
Pakistani state’s repression -: This means the Pakistani government is being very strict and unfair to the Baloch people, not allowing them to live freely.
Baloch Raaji Muchi -: Baloch Raaji Muchi is an event or gathering planned for July 28 where Baloch people come together to discuss their issues and plan actions.
enforced disappearances -: Enforced disappearances mean people are taken away secretly by the government or other groups, and their families don’t know where they are.
China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) -: CPEC is a big project between China and Pakistan to build roads, railways, and other things to help trade, but it has caused problems for some local people.
Mahrang Baloch -: Mahrang Baloch is another person who speaks up for the rights of the Baloch people and wants them to come together to solve their problems.