Families of missing persons in Balochistan, along with the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), have raised alarm over what they describe as a complete breakdown of justice in the province. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, families said they have been staging a sit-in for over 55 days, demanding justice and an end to enforced disappearances. They accused Pakistani authorities of responding with “oppressive and non-transparent” measures.

The BYC alleged that security forces in Balochistan operate with total impunity, committing abuses in broad daylight while courts remain powerless to hold them accountable. According to the group, more than 1,000 cases of enforced disappearances were reported in the first eight months of 2025 alone.

Highlighting the detention of its leadership, BYC claimed the March Jaffar Express incident was used as a pretext for an “organized campaign” against its leaders, many of whom remain in custody without proven charges. They accused authorities of misusing the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law to extend detentions, with courts routinely approving remand extensions without scrutinizing the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD).

The group further criticized recent court decisions, including the extension of custody for chief organizer Mahrang Baloch and other leaders on a public holiday, which prevented lawyers and relatives from attending due to road blockades.

BYC representatives also noted that dozens of cases filed against their leaders for peaceful protests and video statements remain unresolved. Protesters questioned how ordinary citizens, such as shepherds or farmers, could expect justice when political activists themselves are denied it.

The families and BYC reiterated their demand for accountability, transparency, and an immediate end to enforced disappearances in Balochistan.