The Baloch Yekjehti Committee (BYC) held a press conference in Mastung on Wednesday, expressing grave concern over the increasing prevalence of drugs across Balochistan. The committee representatives alleged that drug trafficking is being conducted under state patronage, with its spread accelerating in various areas, particularly in Mastung’s Derengarh and Parangabad, where open drug dealing is reportedly rampant.
The representatives highlighted how Mastung, once celebrated as a hub of knowledge and literature, has now become a center for drug activities. They criticized the silence of law enforcement and local administration on this critical issue. They claimed that not only residents of Mastung but also individuals from neighboring areas like Nushki and Quetta come to these locations to consume drugs, while the authorities take no action.
The BYC accused the police and other law enforcement agencies of indifference, pointing out that while daily raids and enforced disappearances are carried out across Balochistan, no substantial measures are taken against drug dealers or other societal issues. They alleged that the state’s institutions are deliberately ignoring the social problems of the Baloch people, focusing instead on punitive actions and suppression.
The committee urged the public to identify and report drug dealers to local police stations, emphasizing that this is not a minor issue but a continuation of what they described as “genocide” against the Baloch people. They called for unity and collective struggle to combat this menace and safeguard the future of the Baloch nation.
The BYC also warned the authorities that if no action is taken on the public’s complaints, they would raise the issue on international platforms. They reiterated their commitment to protecting their community from this scourge, vowing to organize and intensify their efforts for a drug-free Balochistan.
In closing, the committee representatives appealed to the public to actively voice their concerns and unite against the spread of drugs. They called for collective action to free Balochistan from what they described as a deadly epidemic threatening the fabric of their society.