Executive Summary
This report documents serious human rights violations committed in Balochistan during April 2025, including enforced disappearances, extrajudicial executions, and systemic torture. The information herein is collected and verified by Paank.
Key Findings
● Total Enforced Disappearances: 151 cases reported
● Torture Survivors Released: 50 individuals
● Extrajudicial Killings: 23 cases documented
These figures indicate a sustained and deliberate campaign of repression, disproportionately affecting Baloch population across multiple districts.
Enforced Disappearances
Reports indicate a surge in enforced disappearances across at least 18 districts. The highest number was reported from Kech (53 cases), followed
by Gwadar (19) and Quetta (18). Disappearances were frequently followed by incommunicado detention and, in several cases, extrajudicial execution.
Note: Several individuals remain in illegal custody at various police stations or military dungeons. Many more may have been injured or abducted during
violent operations. Comprehensive data remains incomplete.
Statics of Enforced Disappearances
Kech. 53
Gwadar. 19
Quetta. 18
Dera Bugti. 13
Panjgur. 8
Awaran. 7
Sibi. 6
Barkhan . 5
Karachi. 4
Mastung. 4
Lasbela. 2
Musakhal. 2
Chagi. 2
Khuzdar. 2
Kalat. 2
Washuk. 1
Kharan. 1
Surab. 1
Nushki. 1
Notable Cases of Extrajudicial Killings
Abdul Malik Baloch
Disappeared: October 11, 2024 (Turbat, Kech)
Killed: April 4, 2025 (Bagbana, Khuzdar)
Shah Nawaz and Zahoor Ahmed
Abducted and killed in custody: April 5, 2025(Mashkai, Awaran)
Habib Baloch
Forcibly taken: March 2025
Killed with above victims on April 5, 2025 (Awaran)
Sahil Baloch (Age 12)
Abducted: April 2025 (Pasni, Gwadar)
Body recovered behind Shah Jan Hotel, Pasni
Mehrab and Khan Muhammad
Forcibly taken and killed: April 6, 2025
Haq Nawaz, Shero, and Gul Zaman Buzdar
Disappeared April 5, killed in fake encounter: Barkhan District
Bahadur Shafi and 3 cousins
Targeted by a state-backed militia: April 7, 2025 (Washbood, Panjgur)
Nadir Baloch
Disappeared April 6, 2025 (Kandari, Mashkai) Body found the next day
Nizam Baloch
Disappeared from Pasni; mutilated body found: April 16, 2025
Farooq Ahmed Baloch
Abducted: April 14 (Khuzdar)
Body recovered: April 15 (Nal)
Sher Khan Nizar
Taken from Turbat; body found April 17, 2025
Nabeel Baloch
Academic from Tump College; shot dead: April 2025 (Kech)
Duki District Killings
A series of extrajudicial killings falsely presented as militant deaths:
Muhammad Deen Marri
Ijaz Ahmed
Nabeel Marri
Khair Muhammad Hassni
Turbat-Apsar Cases
Victims forcibly disappeared and later found dead in Hoshap, Kech:
Imran Wahid (disappeared April 9, body found May 10)
Irshad Zabad (disappeared April 5, body found May 10)
Hamid Baloch (disappeared April 14, body found May 10)
Conclusion & Recommendations
The pattern of violations outlined in this report reveals systemic abuse and a culture of impunity enabled by state institutions.
Paank, urges:
Independent international investigations into enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
Immediate disclosure of detainee locations and access for legal representation and families.
Accountability for perpetrators, including military and paramilitary actors.
Implementation of preventive mechanisms such as ratifying and enforcing the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance.
About Us
Paank is the human rights department of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), which aims to raise awareness and promote human rights in Balochistan. BNM is a political organization dedicated to the rights and freedoms of the Baloch people in Balochistan.
Paank focuses on the protection and promotion of human rights in Balochistan by conducting investigations, documenting human rights abuses, and advocating for change.
Its monthly report on the human rights situation in Balochistan provides up-to-date information on the state of human rights in the region and highlights areas where improvement is needed. These reports serve as a valuable resource for those concerned
with human rights in Balochistan and provide a platform for BNM to voice its concerns and advocate for change.
One of the key areas of focus for Paank is the issue of enforced disappearances in Balochistan. This is a serious concern in the region and has been widely reported by human rights organizations. Paank works to document cases of enforced disappearances and
bring attention to this issue in the hopes of bringing an end to this human rights violation. The website will regularly update information on enforced disappearances, including the number of cases, the names of those who have disappeared, and the efforts being made to
secure their release.
Paank is also active in organizing events and activities that promote human rights in Balochistan. These events range from peaceful protests to public awareness campaigns and educational seminars. Paank’s events provide a platform for the Baloch people to voice
their concerns and demand change. The website will share updates on Paank’s events and activities, allowing supporters to stay informed and get involved.
Paank is a vital part of BNM’s efforts to promote human rights in Balochistan. Its monthly reports and updates on enforced disappearances provide valuable information and insight into the human rights situation in the region. Its events and activities help to raise awareness and promote change. The website provides a platform for Paank to share its work and engage with supporters, making it an essential resource for anyone concerned with human rights in Balochistan.
Baloch National Movement (BNM) is an organization struggling for the independence of Balochistan from Pakistan. The human rights department of BNM, known as Paank, focuses on raising awareness about the human rights situation in Balochistan. Paank’s mission is to advocate on all forums to bring global attention to the atrocities committed in Balochistan and to work towards a better future for the Baloch people. Paank’s team is dedicated to creating a brighter future for the Baloch people. Through their tireless efforts, Paank works to bring justice to the victims of human rights violations in Balochistan and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.