New allegations of enforced disappearances have emerged in Balochistan, Pakistan, following the reported detainment of two students in the region. Local sources and rights organizations have brought attention to these cases, which come amidst ongoing fears regarding the safety of individuals in the area.

Seventeen-year-old Shahek Baloch, residing in Buleda Mehnaz within the Kech district, was allegedly taken into custody on March 31 while in Turbat. Reports indicate that individuals affiliated with a state-supported militia were involved in his apprehension. Since his disappearance, there has been a troubling lack of information about his current location, leading to growing anxiousness among his family and the surrounding community.

Additionally, Noor Khan, a 21-year-old student from Sardasht Kalanch in Pasni tehsil, was reportedly seized on March 28. Eyewitness accounts suggest that he was stopped by personnel believed to be associated with Military Intelligence at a local van stop in Pasni. He was allegedly forced into an unidentified vehicle and taken to an undisclosed location. Like Shahek, Noor’s whereabouts remain unknown, heightening local concerns regarding security and human rights.

Community Calls for Action from Human Rights Organizations

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee has recognized these incidents, stating that they are part of an alarming trend in the region. The organization has urged international human rights groups to take notice of the dire situation in Balochistan and to advocate for accountability. Activists emphasize that persistent enforced disappearances reflect broader issues related to human rights violations in the area.

In a notable development, one previously missing individual has returned home safely. Mumtaz Baloch, a student in the fifth semester of the Balochi department at the University of Balochistan, reportedly went missing after being taken from Kolwai Bazaar in Turbat’s Absar area during the third night of Eid celebrations. He remained unaccounted for several days, leading to considerable distress among his family and friends. The relief felt by Mumtaz’s family stands in stark contrast to the ongoing anguish experienced by others with loved ones still unaccounted for.

The persistence of enforced disappearances in Balochistan continues to draw significant scrutiny. Rights groups and local organizations remain vocal about the need for transparency and protection for individuals in the region. The community remains on high alert as authorities and international observers are called upon to address the concerning trends that threaten the safety of its citizens.

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