Baloch activist Sammi Deen Baloch has rejected the Counter Terrorism Department’s (CTD) allegations against the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), stating that the accusations lack evidence and judicial review. BYC, described as a peaceful political movement advocating for human rights, has been accused of terrorist recruitment without proper scrutiny. The activist emphasized that BYC’s activities are transparent and aimed at addressing enforced disappearances in Balochistan.
BYC, known for its public support in Balochistan, has been accused by the CTD of aiding terrorist recruitment. Sammi Deen Baloch defended BYC’s work, highlighting its role in advocating for families affected by disappearances and lack of legal recourse. The activist criticized the state’s approach of making accusations through media channels rather than following legal procedures.
The activist expressed BYC’s dedication to documenting cases of disappearances and advocating for affected families. Rejecting the state’s labeling of human rights activism as terrorism, BYC emphasized the importance of peaceful organizing and lawful dissent. Sammi Deen Baloch underscored the need for accountability through legal processes rather than media-driven accusations.
Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Aitzaz Goraya had alleged that BYC’s platform was being used for recruiting youth into terrorist networks. The CTD’s claims have sparked a debate on the role of BYC in the region and its stance on addressing human rights violations.
