Organizations that claim to advocate for human rights are often held to a higher moral standard, but what happens when such claims are nothing more than a façade? The Balochistan Yakjehti Council (BYC) presents itself as a champion of justice, yet its actions repeatedly contradict this image. Rather than seeking the truth, it appears to conceal it. Rather than upholding justice, it actively obstructs it.
A recent case involving the recovery of bodies in Balochistan has shed light on how BYC operates. When authorities began the process of identifying the deceased, BYC intervened, disrupting the legal procedure. If these individuals were truly missing persons, why prevent their identification? Why interfere with a process that could bring clarity and closure? The answer is simple: BYC fears the truth. It knows that proper identification would dismantle the false narratives it has spent years crafting.
By obstructing the process, BYC ensured that no clear evidence could emerge. This is not just interference; it is destruction of evidence. Stealing bodies from legal authorities prevents any verification, making it impossible to determine who these individuals really were. If the truth were revealed, BYC’s carefully constructed image of victimhood would collapse. That is why they act so desperately to prevent identification.
The strategy is clear: no identification means no proof. And no proof allows their propaganda to thrive. The longer these cases remain unresolved, the easier it is for BYC to continue spreading its claims of enforced disappearances. It does not want answers; it wants ambiguity. It thrives on uncertainty because uncertainty allows it to twist facts to fit its narrative. If the truth were laid bare, if it were proven that many of these so-called missing persons were in fact militants, it would be the end of BYC’s biggest weapon: misinformation.
This is not the first time BYC has used such tactics. The group has a well-documented history of turning known militants into supposed victims. It repeatedly labels individuals as “disappeared,” yet fails to acknowledge their involvement in violent activities. By doing so, it seeks to shift public perception, portraying the state as an oppressor while shielding those who were engaged in anti-state militancy. This pattern is neither accidental nor isolated—it is a deliberate strategy.
For BYC, dead bodies are more than just tragic casualties; they are political tools. The more corpses they can claim as “missing persons,” the stronger their narrative becomes. Every unidentified body is another opportunity to push their separatist agenda, to portray the state in a negative light, and to garner international sympathy. They are not interested in justice; they are interested in keeping their propaganda machine running.
The real tragedy here is that BYC exploits public emotions to achieve its goals. It presents itself as a humanitarian organization, but its true mission is to sow division. Justice is not its concern—manipulating perception is. It stirs up sentiments, mobilizing people not for truth, but for a political agenda that ultimately serves the interests of banned militant groups. This is not activism; it is subversion.
The latest incident exposes BYC completely. If it truly stood for justice, it would welcome investigations and transparency. But its actions prove otherwise. It does not want identification, does not want facts, and does not want accountability. Instead, it actively obstructs legal processes, proving beyond doubt that it is not a human rights group, it is a front for extremist elements operating under the guise of advocacy.
Such blatant interference in the legal process is not just unethical, it is criminal. BYC’s continued efforts to obstruct justice indicate deep ties with militant networks. Every move it makes aligns perfectly with the goals of separatist groups seeking to destabilize Pakistan. This is not mere coincidence. It is evidence of coordination, of shared objectives, and of a deliberate attempt to undermine national security.
At this point, the truth is undeniable: BYC is not an independent organization but an extension of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). Their interests, their actions, and their messaging all align perfectly. If a group consistently works against the state, provides cover for militants, and disrupts legal investigations, it should be treated accordingly. There is no justification for allowing such an entity to continue unchecked.
Pakistan cannot afford to let this pattern continue. It is time to act decisively. The state must recognize BYC for what it truly is a front for terrorist-linked activities and take the necessary legal steps to shut it down. There should be no room for organizations that openly obstruct justice, mislead the public, and support separatist violence. The rule of law must prevail, and those who seek to undermine it must be held accountable.
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