Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Balochistan has declared a long march from Quetta to Islamabad, set to begin on July 25, 2025, to highlight pressing concerns in the province. Led by JI Balochistan Emir Maulana Hidayatur Rehman, the march aims to draw attention to the worsening security situation, the closure of border trade routes, and the unresolved issue of missing persons in Balochistan.
The initiative reflects growing frustration over the lack of progress on these issues, with JI emphasizing the need for peaceful protest to amplify the voices of Balochistan’s people. The march is expected to garner significant support, with participants planning to converge on the capital to press for action from federal authorities. Recent posts on X indicate public sentiment is mixed, with some expressing solidarity with JI’s cause, while others call for dialogue to avoid disruptions.
This march follows a pattern of protests in the region, including the Balochistan National Party’s (BNP-M) earlier long march in April 2025, which sought justice for detained activists. The JI’s effort underscores ongoing tensions in Balochistan, where economic challenges and human rights concerns remain unresolved. Southasiandesk.com will continue to monitor developments as the march approaches.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, July 14th, 2025
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