The spokesperson for the Baloch National Movement (BNM) has expressed profound sorrow and grief over the passing of former Central Committee member Shaukat Buledi, who died in exile. The spokesperson described his death as an immense loss and an irreparable tragedy for the party.
BNM pays heartfelt tribute to his lifelong contributions and sacrifices for the national struggle and remembers him as a devoted, courageous, and steadfast comrade of the Baloch freedom movement.
Concerns Regarding His Death and Possible Slow Poisoning
The spokesperson stated that Shaukat Buledi had devoted his entire life to the Baloch national liberation movement. During his exile, he reportedly passed away on October 4, 2025, apparently due to a liver-related illness. His years in exile were marked by great hardship and adversity. Because of his active national role, he was repeatedly targeted abroad by agents of Pakistan’s ISI. In May 2024 and August 2024, he survived life-threatening attacks that left him with severe injuries to his head, back, and left side.
“Serious concerns have also been raised about the circumstances surrounding his death, with suspicions that Pakistani operatives may have administered a slow-acting poison. Due to his continued activism, his family members were also subjected to harassment and intimidation by the Pakistan Army and its intelligence agencies. “
Martyrdom of Altaf Buledi and Shaukat’s Entry into the Freedom Struggle
According to the spokesperson, Shaukat Buledi hailed from Meenaz, in the Buleda region. His brother-in-law, martyr Altaf Buledi, was a committed member of BNM who was martyred by state forces during a peaceful rally held on the second anniversary of Shaheed Akbar Khan Bugti’s martyrdom in 2008.
That tragedy deeply moved Shaukat and became the defining moment that drew him fully into the national movement. He abandoned his business activities in the United Arab Emirates, returned to Balochistan, and dedicated himself entirely to the struggle for freedom.
He served as BNM’s President for the Kech region, and during the 2010 and 2014 Central Council sessions, he was elected to the Central Committee of the party.
Contributions to Ideological and Literary Work
Highlighting his party services, the spokesperson said that Shaukat Buledi made outstanding contributions on the ideological and literary fronts. He founded Sangar Publications, launched the monthly magazine Sangar, and facilitated the publication of several significant books. Later, he transformed Sangar Publications into a digital platform and continued to lead it until his final days.
Without seeking recognition or personal gain, he chose to live in an unfamiliar land in obedience to the party’s decisions, working in silence and anonymity. Despite declining health and physical weakness in his final days, he remained resilient, dedicated, and active.
“Shaukat Buledi built communication bridges between the Baloch and other oppressed nations through media initiatives, fostering mutual solidarity and expanding the reach of the liberation movement. During exile, he managed the party’s media responsibilities with exceptional integrity and devotion.”
Enduring Sacrifices — Exile, Illness, and Separation from Homeland
The spokesperson stated that his exile, illness, and separation from his homeland and loved ones were all part of his enduring sacrifices for the cause of freedom. His life, struggle, and service will forever stand as a source of pride and inspiration for the party.
His absence will be deeply felt in all sections and institutions of the organization. He was a tireless, sincere, and action-oriented revolutionary, who, until his last breath, sought new ways forward and opened new chapters in the struggle for independence.
With his passing, BNM has lost a leading comrade who embodied courage, perseverance, and leadership on every front of the struggle.
Shaukat Buledi — A Free-Spirited Soul Who Became a Vanguard of the Baloch Freedom Struggle
Following party instructions, Shaukat settled in a foreign land, where he continued his mission under difficult circumstances.
