BALOCHISTAN: Preparations are under way for commemorations across Balochistan and among Baloch communities worldwide on 13 November, as people prepare to honour those who lost their lives in the region’s history of resistance, according to a press statement issued by the Republic of Balochistan.

The annual observance remembers 13 November 1839, when Khan Mir Mehrab Khan was killed at Kalat while defending Balochistan against British forces, the statement said.

This year, commemorative programmes are expected to take place in schools, colleges and universities, where special condolence gatherings will be organised to remember those who died. Families and local communities will also visit martyrs’ graves to offer Fatiha.

As part of the observances, candles, lamps and torches will be lit in Baloch homes, symbolising remembrance and respect for the departed. Children are also expected to join the families of the deceased in commemorative activities.

The Balochistan flag will be raised at gatherings, while the national anthem, Ma Chakkēn Balochāni, will be sung, the statement added.

Emphasising the importance of remembering those who made sacrifices, the statement said their contributions would not be forgotten and that their aspirations would continue to live on through future generations.

The commemorations are scheduled for 13 November, marking the anniversary of the death of Khan Mir Mehrab Khan.

Source: Press statement issued by the Republic of Balochistan and its post on X.