Eight students from Balochistan have reportedly gone missing from their shared residence in Gulistan-i-Jauhar, Karachi, sparking concerns among their families. The students, who resided in Rustam Zikri Goth, have unaccounted for since October 16, 2024. Their families allege that they “taken away” by law enforcement agencies, but local police have yet to comment on the matter.
Missing Students from Balochistan
The students who have gone missing identified as Shoaib Ali, Haneef, Ishfaq, Shahzad, Bebarg Ameer, Zubair, Qambar Ali, and Saeedullah. They were pursuing various educational paths, with three enrolled at Karachi University, others at a local seminary, and one at Urdu University. One of the students, Qambar Ali, is an intermediate student from Mashkey, Awaran, but was taking coaching classes in Karachi at the time of his disappearance.
Family Allegations and Police Response
Family members of the missing students claim that the students taken from their residence by law enforcers. Wazir Ahmed, the elder brother of missing student Qambar Ali, revealed that he and other families had approached the Aziz Bhatti police station on October 17, but their request to lodge a report refused.
The families assert that the missing students have no ties to any political organizations or illegal activities, and they demand their immediate release. Despite multiple attempts to contact the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) East, Dr. Farrukh Raza, no official response has been provided regarding the alleged abductions.
Call for Action
Dr. Riaz Ahmed, a syndicate member at Karachi University, expressed deep concern over the situation, stating, “It is horrifying that students being taken away without any formal charges. Young students should not exposed to such harsh measures by the state.”
The disappearance of these Baloch students has raised significant alarm, with families and university members calling for urgent action to ensure the safe return of the students. The incident highlights the ongoing concerns about the treatment of students from Balochistan in Karachi.
As the investigation into the disappearance of these eight students remains uncertain, their families continue to press for answers and justice. The missing students’ cases have gained attention, and calls for their safe return are growing louder. The authorities urged to clarify the situation and take steps to ensure the safety and well-being of all students in Karachi.
