A blind eye

The issue of enforced disappearances in Pakistan remains a serious problem. The government seems reluctant to confront this problem, which perpetuates a culture of impunity. Political parties also have a double standard on this issue, supporting families of missing persons when in opposition but making excuses when in power.

The judiciary’s efforts to address this issue are a step in the right direction, but concrete actions and genuine political will are needed to end enforced disappearances, which cause immense suffering and erode trust in state institutions.

Motiya Ghulam Halepoto

Tando Muhammad Khan