Violent protest breaks out in Pak over demand of separate ‘Sindhu Desh’
In a shocking turn of events, a protest demanding a separate ‘Sindhu Desh’ turned violent in Pakistan’s Karachi, as stone pelting and clashes with police were reported. The protest, which was organized by the Jiye Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSSM), a Sindhi nationalist party, saw thousands of Sindhis coming together to raise their demands for a separate homeland. The protesters, who were armed with stones and placards, raised ‘Azadi’ (freedom) and ‘Pakistan Murdabad’ (down with Pakistan) slogans, as they marched through the streets of Karachi.
According to reports, the authorities had redirected the rally’s path, which made the protesters angry, forcing them to throw stones at the police. The police, in an attempt to control the situation, used tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd. However, the situation continued to escalate, with reports of clashes between the protesters and the police. The protesters alleged that the police had used excessive force, while the police claimed that they were only trying to maintain law and order.
The demand for a separate ‘Sindhu Desh’ is not a new one. For decades, Sindhi nationalists have been demanding a separate homeland, citing discrimination and marginalization by the Pakistani government. The Sindhi people, who are the indigenous inhabitants of the Sindh province, have long felt that their rights and interests have been ignored by the Pakistani government. They claim that they have been subjected to economic and cultural exploitation, and that their language and culture are being suppressed.
The Jiye Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSSM), which is leading the protest, is a Sindhi nationalist party that was formed in 2018. The party, which is led by a young and charismatic leader, has been gaining popularity among the Sindhi youth, who are disillusioned with the Pakistani government’s policies. The party’s ideology is based on the principles of Sindhi nationalism, which emphasizes the need for a separate homeland for the Sindhi people.
The demand for a separate ‘Sindhu Desh’ is not just a matter of Sindhi nationalism, but also has implications for the stability and security of the region. Pakistan, which is already facing separatist movements in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is unlikely to concede to the demands of the Sindhi nationalists. The Pakistani government has always maintained that the country’s unity and integrity are non-negotiable, and that any demands for separation are unacceptable.
The situation in Karachi is currently tense, with reports of clashes between the protesters and the police. The authorities have imposed a curfew in the city, and have deployed additional troops to maintain law and order. The Pakistani government has also issued a statement, condemning the violence and appealing to the protesters to peaceful means to resolve their grievances.
The international community has also taken notice of the situation in Karachi. The United States, the European Union, and other countries have issued statements, calling for calm and restraint. The Indian government, which has always been supportive of the Sindhi nationalist movement, has also issued a statement, expressing its concern over the situation in Karachi.
In conclusion, the violent protest in Karachi over the demand for a separate ‘Sindhu Desh’ is a reflection of the deep-seated grievances of the Sindhi people. The demand for a separate homeland is not just a matter of Sindhi nationalism, but also has implications for the stability and security of the region. The Pakistani government needs to address the grievances of the Sindhi people, and to find a solution that is acceptable to all parties. The international community also needs to play a role in resolving the situation, and to ensure that the rights and interests of the Sindhi people are protected.
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