Dr. Deen Mohammad Baloch, a member of the Baloch National Movement, was forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces on the night of June 28, 2009, in Khuzdar, Balochistan. His case represents one among numerous instances of enforced disappearances that have plagued the Baloch population for years. The disappearance of Dr. Deen Mohammad has left his family in a state of anguish, seeking justice and answers regarding his whereabouts and well-being.
On that fateful night, Dr. Deen Mohammad was taken into custody by Pakistani security forces from the Ornach area of Khuzdar. Since then, there has been no official information regarding his location or condition. Despite efforts by his daughters, Sammi and Mehlab Baloch, and the wider Baloch community, the fate of Dr. Deen Mohammad remains shrouded in mystery.
The case of Dr. Deen Mohammad's enforced disappearance has drawn attention and concern from international bodies, including the United Kingdom. Grant Shapps, UK Minister and Secretary of State, raised the issue with the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, which expressed deep concern about forced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Pakistan. Lord Tariq Ahmad of Wimbledon, the Minister of State for South Asia and the Commonwealth, assured that the UK Government closely monitors the human rights situation in Pakistan and advocates for the respect of human rights and the rule of law.
Despite these international efforts, the Pakistani government has not provided any concrete information about Dr. Deen Mohammad's whereabouts. His family continues to endure the pain and uncertainty of his disappearance, tirelessly seeking justice and hoping for his safe return.
Dr. Deen Mohammad's case sheds light on the broader human rights situation in Balochistan, where enforced disappearances and other human rights abuses have become all too common. Baloch activists and organizations, such as the Baloch National Movement, have been advocating for an end to these violations and for international attention to the plight of the Baloch people.
Sammi and Mehlab Baloch, daughters of Dr. Deen Mohammad, have been at the forefront of the campaign to seek justice for their father. They have undertaken protests, press conferences, and even embarked on a long march covering thousands of kilometers to raise awareness about enforced disappearances in Balochistan. Despite their relentless efforts, they have received no satisfactory response from the Pakistani government.
Dr. Deen Mohammad's case represents not only a personal tragedy for his family but also a symbol of the wider struggle for justice and human rights in Balochistan. The Baloch National Movement UK Branch, along with other organizations, continues to raise awareness and gather support in their quest for justice.
The international community, including human rights organizations and governments, must lend their voices to this cause and exert pressure on the Pakistani government to reveal the truth about Dr. Deen Mohammad's disappearance. Only through collective efforts and persistent advocacy can there be hope for a resolution to this long-standing injustice.
The enforced disappearance of Dr. Deen Mohammad Baloch stands as a stark reminder of the ongoing human rights abuses in Balochistan. The plight of his family, along with countless other Baloch families affected by enforced disappearances, demands attention and action from the international community. It is essential to continue shedding light on these cases, urging for justice, and ensuring that human rights violations are not ignored or forgotten. The search for Dr. Deen Mohammad, like many others, continues, and it is crucial to stand in solidarity with those seeking answers and justice.
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