balochistan [Pakistan], december 26: Leading the movement for human rights in Pakistan, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has expressed concern over the widespread drug trafficking and substance abuse occurring throughout balochistan, reportedly under State oversight.
In a message posted on X, the BYC stated, "The Baloch Yakjehti Committee Mastung Zone conducted a press briefing at Sarawan press Club in Mastung. Attendees included members from the BYC Central Committee, Shahji Sibghatullah Baloch and Sabiha Baloch. This press briefing aimed to tackle the issue of widespread drug trafficking and substance abuse across the entire balochistan, believed to be under State supervision."
The BYC pointed out that the Mastung district in balochistan has become a hub for narcotics where various types of drugs are easily accessible at low prices. It remarked that the influence of drug availability is expanding into regions like Dareengarh and Pringabad, which have turned into drug hotspots.
"The drug syndicates have been operating freely with the knowledge of the authorities. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee calls upon the Baloch community to come together against all social vices that contribute to the ongoing Baloch genocide. Citizens should be vigilant regarding drug dealers in their neighborhoods and promptly notify the authorities as responsible members of society," the BYC claimed.
In its closing remarks, the BYC stated, "The Baloch community must unite to spread awareness and take a stand against all such social issues to ensure a healthy environment for future generations. #StopBalochGenocide."
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee Mastung Zone conducted a press briefing at the Sarawan press Club in Mastung, where they were joined by members of the BYC Central Committee, Shahji Sibghatullah Baloch and Sabiha Baloch. The focus of this press briefing was to address the challenges posed by drug trafficking and substance abuse...
According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), balochistan suffers from weak institutions, ineffective governance, and inadequate law enforcement. The province also struggles with an unstable security environment, tough geographical conditions, uncertain water access, and limited job opportunities. balochistan has the second-highest rate of multidimensional poverty among all provinces, with 71.2 percent of its population affected.
In addition to the drug crisis, balochistan is also dealing with ongoing turmoil caused by a troubling trend of abductions and killings, affecting a diverse range of individuals, including activists, politicians, journalists, and ordinary citizens, who fall prey to enforced disappearances by security forces. These enforced disappearances are frequently followed by torture and extrajudicial executions, further worsening the human rights situation in the area.
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