According to the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies ( PICSS), which is based in Islamabad, August has been the most violent month in Balochistan in the last six years.
There has been a “dangerous boost” in anti-government murder in Pakistan in August, making that month the most tumultuous month in this time, with Balochistan recording the highest number of fatalities.
PICSS released a statement on Monday indicating that at least 254 people were killed across Pakistan in August, including 92 citizens, 108 extremists, and 54 military men. However, 150 people were injured in several instances, with 88 of them being citizens.
The majority of mortality in Pakistan were attributed to 83 violent problems, which resulted in the deaths of 175 folks, including 92 citizens, 47 safety personnel, and 36 extremists. Also, 123 people were injured, with 88 residents and 35 protection officers among them. Since July 2018, it has been said that August is the deadliest quarter.
Reports from other Baloch human rights organizations highlighted that Quetta, Kech, Awaran, and Khuzdar experienced the highest amounts of enforced abductions, with these regions reporting 10, eight, seven, and six situations, both.
Major challenges and upheaval are present in Balochistan. The area has experienced an increase in violence, with numerous militant attacks and continuous extrajudicial killings. A rise in fragility and human rights violations are a result of the security situation’s continuing instability. Despite international and local efforts to address these concerns, Balochistan continues to face serious human rights violations and deteriorating security conditions.
The government’s continuous conflict, which has resulted in violence and military operations, has made the human rights situation impassed. Many people are being detained without charge by security forces, and forced disappearances are a major problem. Freedom of expression is greatly restricted, with journalists and activists facing challenges and destruction, the statement stated.
Despite being resource-rich, the territory remains commercially marginalized, contributing to local problems. Also, the conflict has caused considerable inner and cross-border displacement. The situation is complicated and deeply disturbing because of the lack of effective legal redress and responsibilities for human rights abuses.
