Islamabad: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s recent remarks on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have sent shockwaves across Islamabad. Baloch leaders welcomed and publicly endorsed the statements, viewing them as recognition of their decades-long fight for freedom from Pakistan.
Speaking to the Indian diaspora in Morocco, Singh asserted that India would regain control of PoK without resorting to aggressive military action. He noted that the people of the region are increasingly demanding liberation from the current administration. “PoK will become ours naturally. You must have heard the slogans,” he said.
The minister added that he had conveyed a similar message five years ago while addressing a programme of the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir.
Singh’s statements have energized Baloch leaders who have long resisted Pakistan’s rule. The Republic of Balochistan issued an official statement endorsing his words. Prominent Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch took to X (formerly Twitter) to express support, stating, “The Republic of Balochistan appreciates and fully supports the statement of India’s Defence Minister.”
The Republic of Balochistan applauds the statement of the Defence Minister of India on #PoK.
23 September 2025
The 60 million Baloch patriots of the Republic of Balochistan wholeheartedly welcome and support the recent policy statement of India’s Defence Minister Shri… pic.twitter.com/5Zqiewc40U
— Mir Yar Baloch (@miryar_baloch) September 22, 2025
Why Baloch Leaders Support The Statement
The Republic of Balochistan has consistently fought for independence from Pakistan, repeatedly appealing for India’s assistance, though New Delhi has never publicly intervened.
In their statement, they reiterated Singh’s remarks, “PoK will become ours naturally. You must have heard the slogans.”
They emphasised that reintegration of PoK with India is both a historical necessity and a step toward ending decades of suffering under Pakistan’s corrupt and extremist military rule.
They said in a statement, “We stand shoulder to shoulder with India in this rightful pursuit. We firmly believe that reunification of PoK with India will bring stability, eliminate cross-border terrorism and dismantle Pakistan’s shadow warfare networks. Just as India courageously revoked Article 370, we believe New Delhi’s commitment to reclaim the region will inspire Baloch, Sindhi and Pashtun nations in their struggle to free themselves from Pakistan’s oppressive regime. Such historic decisions will earn global recognition.”
They highlighted that the people of Balochistan have fought for decades for independence. Pakistan’s military has carried out brutal campaigns in the region, killing thousands and suppressing dissent. For the Baloch, Rajnath Singh’s statements represent a morale boost and symbolic support for their enduring struggle for freedom.