Pakistan: JSFM Denounces Disappearance of Activist, Urges International Action

Karachi [
Pakistan
], March 21 (ANI): On this date,
Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement
(
JSFM
It has firmly denounced the forced disappearance of Taiib Laghari, a committed member of the movement, who was reportedly kidnapped by
Pakistan
The intelligence agency, ISI, on January 26 of this year.

Even after weeks have gone by since he went missing, his location remains a mystery, which is upsetting his family and provoking anger amongst Sindhi nationalist groups.

In a press statement,
JSFM
characterized Laghari’s kidnapping as an element of a larger trend of suppression perpetrated by the
Pakistan
I oppose the views of Sindhi activists.
Pakistan
Continues to forcefully make Sindhi activists, journalists, and human rights advocates vanish, employing fear and suppression to mute those calling for justice and autonomy,” the statement said.

The movement also brought attention to what it characterized as an economic and environmental assault on Sindh.

According to
JSFM
, the
Pakistan
The government is unlawfully building six canals on the Indus River, redirecting water primarily to Punjab and depriving millions of Sindhis of essential water resources for farming and basic needs. The group stated this situation poses a direct threat to the very existence of Sindh.

Previously, increasing worries about human rights abuses and ecological damage resulted in significant demonstrations taking place outside the company headquarters.
Pakistan
The Embassy in London will host an event on March 15, 2025. Hosted by the World Sindhi Congress (WSC), this gathering seeks to highlight worldwide awareness regarding the unauthorized canal project as well as the situation faced by missing Sindhi activists.

JSFM
Chairman Sohail Abro participated in the demonstration and gave an address criticizing
Pakistan
His activities and calling for justice for the victims.

“We urgently call for the release of Taiib Laghari and all forcibly vanished Sindhi activists,” stated Abro in his declaration.
Pakistan
Must face responsibility for its continuous practice of forced disappearances. The unlawful development of canals on the Indus River needs to stop, and the Sindhi nation’s right to self-governance should be acknowledged.”

JSFM
has appealed to global entities such as the United Nations, the British Parliament, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch to step in and promptly address the situation
Pakistan
alleged violations of human rights.

Sindh is under assault—its inhabitants are being kidnapped, and its water resources are being seized. The global community must not stay quiet whilst this occurs.
Pakistan
continues its atrocities against the Sindhi people,
JSFM
“We remain committed to the fight for Sindhudesh until Sindh attains liberty, equity, and autonomy,” his statement read.

The appeal for worldwide focus and intervention arises amid worries about human rights abuses.
Pakistan
Continue to accumulate. International observers have earlier sounded warnings about forced disappearances in the nation, often focusing on activists, reporters, and political opponents. (ANI)