Dr. Mahrang Baloch, organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), has criticized intellectuals, journalists, and political workers in Punjab for supporting military operations in Balochistan. She made these remarks during a visit to the Gwadar Bar Room on Monday, where she was welcomed by Gwadar Bar President Naeem Sharif and other members.
Addressing a gathering of lawyers, Dr. Mahrang highlighted the challenges faced by the Baloch people and underscored the need for stronger political and legal activism. “Our people are unaware of what is happening. They have already endured immense oppression. Today, the military burns their homes and displaces them, yet no one questions it,” she said.
She questioned the legitimacy of the decision-making bodies behind military operations in the region. “The question is whether the body making decisions about military operations in Balochistan is even a legal entity capable of doing so,” she remarked.
Dr. Mahrang sharply criticized the silence of influential voices in Punjab, stating, “Intellectuals, journalists, and workers in Punjab have actively demanded military operations in Balochistan. This is why we are running a political movement against this oppression.”
She also accused Pakistan’s judicial system of enabling what she described as the “genocide” of the Baloch people. “The judicial system is enabling this oppression, and without resistance, we can expect even more crackdowns in the future,” she warned.
Dr. Mahrang concluded her address by calling for greater unity and organization within the Baloch political struggle. “For the survival of the Baloch nation, this movement must be more structured and united,” she said.
Turbat Police Register FIR Against Activists
Meanwhile, reports have emerged that Turbat police have registered an FIR against Dr. Mahrang Baloch, Naseema Baloch, Sebghatullah ShahJi, Kech Bar Association President Majeed Shah Advocate, Abdul Majeed Dashti Advocate, Mehrab Khan Gichki Advocate, and 15 others.
The charges are said to be related to their participation in a seminar organized by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) at Shaheed Fida Chowk to mark Balach Maulabakhsh’s death anniversary.
As of now, Turbat police have not confirmed the registration of the First Information Report (FIR).