by Zameen Zaag
Birth and death are natural and inevitable for every human being. But between these two points lies something far more significant—life. Life is not merely about existence; it is about choices, struggles, and the legacy we leave behind. While countless people have come and gone, only a few have shaped history, redefining the course of entire nations and the world. These are the people who refuse to accept oppression and dare to fight for change.
Revolutionary movements are often born from the suffering of people who refuse to live as slaves. In war-torn societies, where oppression is a daily reality, people shape their futures through blood, resilience, and sacrifice. History does not forget those who stand against tyranny. It immortalizes those who dedicate everything to justice and resistance.
If you are born in chains, it is fate. But if you die in chains, it is your failure. Remember, a life of slavery may be forced upon you, but dying in slavery is self-imposed. The choice between submission and resistance is in our hands. Will we allow oppression to dictate our fate, or will we fight to reclaim our rights?
A national movement is not a fleeting duty, nor can it be a mere afterthought in the lives of those who carry its weight. It demands complete devotion—body, mind, and soul—because its price is paid with the blood of the brave and the sacrifice of youth, the most precious wealth a nation possesses. Every heartbeat must resonate with the cause. Every moment must be a step forward in the relentless march toward freedom. The cost of liberation is immense—so vast that even if an entire generation is lost to the struggle, true emancipation may still remain just beyond reach. Yet, each act of defiance, each sacrifice, no matter how small, carves a path toward victory, inch by inch, until the chains of oppression are broken forever.
For Baloch children, for the children of war, their society is more than just an educational institution. It is a living archive of history, a testament to resilience, and a place where experiences shape identities. In every story told, in every lesson passed down, they inherit the struggles and strength of those who came before them. Their education should not be confined to classrooms but deeply rooted in the hardships they endure, the cultural wisdom they preserve, and the unyielding spirit they carry forward.
Apart from everything, the lives of figures like General Aslam Baloch, Rehan Baloch, Summiya Baloch, and Shari Baloch stand as examples of unwavering commitment. Their stories are not just to be read but to be lived.
Be like Aslam Baloch, who lost everything in his pursuit of justice, yet never lost hope. He was more than a leader; he was a symbol of resilience. He proved that true revolutionaries dedicate their entire existence to the cause, leaving behind a movement that continues to shake the enemy.
Be like Rehan Baloch, who never backed down. When Azad Baloch’s statement came regarding Ustad Aslam Baloch, he responded with powerful words to his mother: “Don’t worry, Luma” (a Brahvi word for mother). “Whether we are one or five, we will fight this war. It doesn’t matter who stands with us or not. I am always with Ustad Aslam because his fight is for the Baloch, for their survival.” His words reflect the essence of true commitment—resistance must continue, no matter the odds.
Be like Summiya Baloch. When discussions about her marriage were ongoing, Rehan told Summiya, “My death is as close as my shadow, and I walk a path of no return.” Summiya did not hesitate. She replied, “Then I am also a traveler of the same path.” And she lived up to her words, dedicating her life to the same struggle as her fiancé—with the same path and the same courage.
Be like Shari Baloch, a mother of two, who made the ultimate sacrifice. When her husband, Habitan Bashir, asked her if her decision was conscious, she responded, “I am sacrificing myself, and you are asking if I am conscious? Can there be greater consciousness than sacrificing oneself for a collective cause with no personal benefit?” Her words capture the very essence of the revolutionary spirit—placing the collective struggle above personal desires.
Be that fearless young man who, instead of choosing marriage and a comfortable life, chose to wear a jacket of resistance, like Sirbuland. Be like Jamal, be like Rafiq, be like Mahal Baloch—be the ones who refuse to surrender, who stand tall in the face of oppression.
The world remembers those who stand for their people, who fight for their land, and who refuse to live in chains. The graveyard of fallen heroes is more beautiful than the society of cowardly slaves. If you inherit a life of chains, let your struggle forge a path to freedom. It is better to rest in the soil of honor than to walk in the streets of humiliation.
You are not responsible for your birth, but you are accountable for your legacy. Fate may write your beginning, but your choices determine the ending. Life is about choices. Some choose silence, submission, and comfort, while others choose struggle, sacrifice, and legacy.
Which path will you choose?
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