Balochistan: Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch urged the international community to recognise the “independence” of Balochistan and slammed Pakistan for repressing the Baloch people. “Heartfelt congratulations and good wishes to the Baloch, Pashtun, Hindu, Sikh, Christian and brothers and sisters of all religions living in Balochistan on this sacred occasion of independence”, Baloch leader further added. Message of Independence of the Republic of Balochistan 11 August, 2026 The six crore people of Balochistan celebrate their national independence day every year on the 11th of August. In all areas of Balochistan, Pakistan’s air force is still patrolling, drones are flying in the sky and helicopters are conducting surveillance. Meanwhile, under the iron fist of Pakistan, Balochistan continues to suffer from enforced disappearances, prolonged and arbitrary detention, targeted killings etc.