Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has voiced strong support for the Balochistan independence movement, underscoring the region’s profound historical and spiritual significance for Hindus. In a series of social media posts, Sarma highlighted the importance of the Hinglaj Mata Temple, located in Balochistan’s rugged Hingol National Park, as one of the 51 revered Shakti Peethas.
"Nestled in the rugged terrains of the Hingol National Park, the temple is believed to mark the spot where the head of Goddess Sati fell, making it one of the holiest sites in Shaktism," Sarma posted on X.
He noted that for centuries, Hindu pilgrims, particularly from the Sindhi, Bhavsar, and Charan communities, have undertaken arduous journeys across deserts to seek blessings at this shrine.
Sarma also cited the cultural and historical ties of Balochistan with Hindu heritage, noting that the shrine, affectionately referred to as 'Nani Mandir' by the Baloch people, represents a rare legacy of inter-communal reverence and shared heritage.
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In a separate post on 27 April, Sarma openly supported the Baloch liberation movement, describing it as an “indigenous people’s continuous pursuit of dignity, rights, and autonomy” following Pakistan’s annexation of the Kalat kingdom in 1948.
He referred to the 2006 killing of tribal leader Nawab Akbar Bugti as a “particularly painful chapter” that reignited Baloch demands for self-determination, adding that today “the Balochistan movement stands as a symbol of immense sacrifice, resilience, and an unbroken spirit for freedom.”
On 2 May, the Assam chief minister further condemned Pakistan’s “systematic extrajudicial killings” in Balochistan, referring to the “kill-and-dump” policy that has left thousands missing.
Sarma cited the torture and enforced disappearances of Baloch students and activists, drawing parallels to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 2016 Independence Day speech where he highlighted the plight of the Baloch people.
“India stands firmly with the oppressed and the silenced of Balochistan,” Sarma wrote, reaffirming his support for the Baloch cause.
Sarma’s vocal support has been widely covered in Indian media, with his statements echoing India’s stance on human rights violations in the region and its broader geopolitical stand against Pakistan’s handling of Balochistan.
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