Protests Surge in Balochistan Over Enforced Disappearances

Protests in Balochistan against enforced disappearances have entered their second day, expanding to block major highways. Demonstrators demand the recovery of missing individuals and allege ineffective official responses. Despite the harsh weather, rallies persist to highlight ongoing violations and call for decisive action from higher authorities.

Protests against enforced disappearances in Balochistan intensified for a second day, with demonstrators disrupting major highways, including the critical Quetta-Karachi and Taftan-Quetta routes, The Balochistan Post reports.

The sit-in initially started at Nawab Hotel but has now expanded to Lakpas, forcing the blockade of significant traffic arteries. Protesters demand the immediate recovery of Zahoor Sumalani and Syed Gul Sidklani while expressing frustration over the inadequate and powerless response of local security officials.

Amidst severe cold and rain, the resolve of the protesters remains unshaken, with rallies occurring across various cities such as Naseerabad, Pasni, and Quetta. These demonstrations respond to an alarming rise in extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances, allegedly executed by state-backed entities.