Hindi-Language Website: 'Pakistan Currently Burning In Fire Of Rebellion, Country Faces Threat Of Breaking Into Several Pieces; From Sindh To Balochistan, Demand For Independence Intensifying'

Memri

3 days ago

In a recent article, the Hindi-language website of the Indian television channel Aaj Tak noted the emergence and intensification of nationalist movements in Pakistan's various provinces in reaction to the failure of Pakistan's policies to address political and economic problems. In Pakistan, the term "nationalist" is used for the freedom movements seeking independence from Pakistan.
The Pakistani military, unable to stem the sustained jihadi attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and in Balochistan, is facing a situation in which its provinces are at risk of breaking up, as the central authority lacks popular legitimacy, and former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being held in prison at the behest of Pakistani Army chief General Asim Munir.
The Aaj Tak article – "Sindh, Balochistan, And Gilgit-Baltistan – Who All Want Independence From Pakistan" – draws attention to the various regions of Pakistan where discontent with the government is fueling nationalist groups, notably in Sindh, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, which is officially not part of Pakistan, and Pakistan-controlled Kashmir.
It should be noted that Jammu & Kashmir, a princely state that included Gilgit-Baltistan, is divided between India and Pakistan. Pakistan-controlled Kashmir is known as Azad Kashmir, while Gilgit-Baltistan, bordering China, is also controlled by Pakistan, but not officially.
"Nationalist groups and common people in Sindh are insisting on independence, accusing the Pakistani government of human rights violations. A group advocating for Sindhu Desh recently took to the streets in protest and demanded the release of Sindhi citizens imprisoned in Pakistani jails," the article states, noting Pakistan's desperate crackdowns against civilians.
Following are excerpts from the article:[1]
"In Sindh Province, An Organization Named Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) Has Raised The Demand For Freedom From Pakistan's Occupation"
"Pakistan is currently burning in the fire of rebellion, and the country faces the threat of breaking into several pieces. From Sindh to Balochistan, the demand for independence is intensifying, and people want to free themselves from Pakistan's clutches.
"The leaders of Balochistan have already declared independence from Pakistan, and similar protests are taking place in other parts of the country as well.
"Pakistan's economic condition is very poor, and the entire country is running on borrowed money. The neighboring country [Pakistan] that promotes terrorism [in Indian Kashmir] is unable to provide even basic facilities to its citizens. In such a situation, voices of rebellion have risen in many parts of the country. Balochistan has already announced its freedom from Pakistan's occupation, and now rebellion has begun in the Sindh province as well.
"Protesters Demanding Sindhu Desh
"Nationalist groups and common people in Sindh are insisting on independence, accusing the Pakistani government of human rights violations. A group advocating for Sindhu Desh recently took to the streets in protest and demanded the release of Sindhi citizens imprisoned in Pakistani jails. In Sindh province, an organization named Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) has raised the demand for freedom from Pakistan's occupation.
"People associated with the organization allege that the Pakistani government has falsely imprisoned nationalists demanding Sindhudesh. The protesters claim that such individuals are being continuously persecuted and abducted in attempts to suppress the movement. Demanding the immediate release of Sindhi nationalists, the protesters warned the government that if this does not happen, a large-scale movement will be launched across the entire province.
Marxist groups lead the anti-Pakistan movement in Sindh (Courtesy: X)
"Leaders of the Sindh freedom movement say that their protest is peaceful and that they are fighting for their rights. They say such protests will continue until Sindh becomes a separate country. People associated with the organization have also appealed to global institutions like the United Nations, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch to intervene for the protection of human rights.
"The demand for independence in Sindh is decades old, and the Pakistani government has long been accused of erasing Sindhi identity and depriving the people of their rights. Just like in Balochistan, people in Sindh are also being subjected to oppression, and the Pakistani government has been accused of judicial [sic] killings of locals. The government of Pakistan is continuously trying to eliminate Sindh's cultural identity."
"The People Of Balochistan Have Long Accused The Pakistani Government Of Discrimination And Are Demanding Independence, For Which They Have Even Formed Their Own Army"
"Declaration of Balochistan's Independence
"Just like Sindh, the demand for independence from Pakistan has intensified in Balochistan as well. Last week [third week of May 2025], activist Mir Yaar Baloch announced Balochistan's independence on social media and demanded that the region be recognized as an independent country. Alongside this, he also appealed to the Government of India to approve an embassy in Delhi.
"Baloch fighters have severely pressured the Pakistani government and army in their fight for independence. Recently, after hijacking the Jaffar Express train, the Baloch Liberation Army launched a fierce attack on the Pakistani army, in which reportedly 90 soldiers were killed. The people of Balochistan have long accused the Pakistani government of discrimination and are demanding independence, for which they have even formed their own army.
A protester in the United States draws attention to Pakistan army's role in Sindh and Balochistan (image courtesy: X)
"Baloch leaders allege that the Pakistani government is exploiting their resources while the local population receives no benefit in return. This is considered the main reason behind the rebellion.
"At the time of the 1947 Partition, Balochistan was not part of either India or Pakistan, it was a separate princely state. However, later Pakistan forcibly occupied this resource-rich region, and since then, continuous movements against this illegal occupation have been ongoing."
"Voices Of Rebellion Are Rising In Gilgit-Baltistan As Well – This Is The Northern Region Of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK)"
"Betrayal With Gilgit-Baltistan
"Voices of rebellion are rising in Gilgit-Baltistan as well. This is the northern region of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), and the extremist groups here have even decided a name for their separate country – Balawaristan, meaning 'Land of Heights.' The reason behind this name is believed to be the geographical structure of the region, as it is completely surrounded by mountains and valleys.
"The leaders here allege that despite being Pakistan's most beautiful tourist region, the government has betrayed this area and government schemes are not properly implemented here. This is the reason behind the demand for independence in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Map courtesy: YouTube
"The people of Gilgit-Baltistan have been treated as second-class citizens by the Pakistani government, and the policies made in Islamabad do not reach this region.
"Even essential daily-use items are first supplied to Punjab province and other main regions of Pakistan, and only then does this area receive them. Because of such step-motherly treatment, the people here are distressed, and the region often faces shortages of even basic food and supplies."
"Pakistan Has Illegally Occupied Half Of Kashmir, An Integral Part Of India, And That Region Is Known As Pok [Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir]. Pakistan Has Used PoK To Advance Anti-India Activities, And Terrorist Launch Pads Have Been Established There"
"PoK [Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir] Is Turned Into A Hub Of Terrorism
"Pakistan has illegally occupied half of Kashmir, an integral part of India, and that region is known as PoK [Pakistan-occupied Kashmir]. Pakistan has used PoK to advance anti-India activities, and terrorist launch pads have been established there. The people of PoK are standing up against the policies of the Pakistani government and want to merge with India.
"India has also made its stance clear by expressing its willingness to talk with Pakistan only on the issue of PoK, while until now, Pakistan had been spreading lies across global platforms regarding the Kashmir issue. But now India has clearly stated that Kashmir is not a matter for discussion at all, and any dialogue with Pakistan is only possible on the issue of returning PoK.
"Given the worsening economic situation in Pakistan, it will not be easy for the government to suppress the rebellions in various regions for much longer. Similar voices are rising from all parts of the country, and people want to separate from Pakistan and form independent nations in order to protect their rights."