Crackdown on Baloch Activism: Gulzar Dost’s Arrest Sparks Outrage
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has vehemently condemned the arrest of prominent social activist and Kech Civil Society convener, Gulzar Dost. The arrest, reported by The Balochistan Post on July 8, 2025, is viewed as another attempt by the Pakistani state to stifle dissent in Balochistan.
The BYC alleges this is part of a larger campaign targeting those who speak out against alleged human rights abuses and political repression in the region. Dost’s work advocating for social justice and human rights has made him a prominent figure in Balochistan’s civil society.
This arrest raises serious concerns about the shrinking space for civil liberties and freedom of expression within Pakistan. International human rights organizations are urged to take note of this incident and demand Dost’s immediate release.
The ongoing suppression of dissent in Balochistan has far-reaching implications for regional stability and the struggle for human rights in the region. The international community must pressure Pakistan to uphold its commitments to democratic principles and the protection of human rights.
