In a concerning turn of events, an FIR has been registered in Kohlu against the participants of the 'Long March against Baloch Genocide,' adding to a series of similar incidents in Naal and Khuzdar. The complainant? A Frontier Corps (FC) official.
The FIR specifically names notable figures such as social leader Mir Nemat Marri, Baloch Students Organization member Mola Bakhsh Marri, and journalist Nazar Baloch Qalandrani. The allegations range from chanting anti-army slogans to inciting public sentiment, marking a worrying escalation in the suppression of dissenting voices.
This move in Kohlu closely follows the footsteps of FIRs filed in Naal and Khuzdar against activists like Sammi Deen Baloch, Dr. Sabiha Baloch, and Gulzar Dost. These previous FIRs accused Long March participants of defaming Pakistani security forces, hinting at connections to 'terrorism' and foreign agencies.
Reacting to this latest FIR, Sammi Deen Baloch expressed concern, stating that the increasing number of FIRs against peaceful protesters reflects the authorities' mounting panic. She reiterated that the Long March is a peaceful initiative, driven by the quest for justice for the missing persons in Balochistan.
FIR Filed Against Baloch Activists in Kohlu, Following Similar Cases in Naal and Khuzdar https://t.co/JFgzvr6svQ
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The Long March, initially launched in district Kech in response to alleged extrajudicial killings of Baloch missing persons, recently reached Quetta and is currently en route to Dera Ghazi Khan, with Islamabad as its final destination. Despite facing growing resistance from Pakistani authorities, the march has steadfastly maintained its peaceful nature, demonstrating resilience in the face of increasing force and legal challenges.
This incident highlights the urgent need for attention and intervention to protect the rights of those peacefully advocating for justice and accountability. The world must be watchful as the Long March continues its journey, shining a spotlight on the struggles faced by the Baloch people and the lengths to which authorities go to stifle their voices.
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