Akhtar Mengal
Akhtar Mengal is a prominent Pakistani politician and the chief of the Balochistan National Party (BNP). He has been a significant figure in Balochistan's political landscape, advocating for the rights and development of the Baloch people. Mengal's political career has been marked by his efforts to engage with the democratic process, despite facing challenges such as disillusionment with the state of democracy in Pakistan. He has been vocal about the need for genuine representation of Balochistan's interests in the national parliament and has expressed concerns over the erosion of democratic norms in the country. Recently, he voiced his disappointment regarding the capture of the electoral process by non-political forces, reflecting the sentiments of many Baloch citizens who feel alienated from the state.
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Pakistan:
Sardar Akhtar Mengal is mentioned as a political figure whose relevance is debated in the context of the insurgency in Balochistan.
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Pakistan:
Sardar Akhtar Mengal is mentioned as a political figure whose relevance is debated in the context of the insurgency in Balochistan.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal and his party BNP-M are striving to regain some political space over the issue of the ill-advised incarceration of Baloch women.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal announced his intention to challenge the Mines and Mineral Act in court.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal decided to wrap things up after the state did not allow him or his supporters to march to Quetta.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal announced the end of a 20-day sit-in at Mustung Lak Pass.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal was advised by Khalid Magsi to end his sit-in and engage in dialogue.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal is the chief of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) and has been leading protests demanding the release of Baloch women and activists.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal is the President of the Balochistan National Party (BNP-M) and is leading a multi-party conference to address provincial issues.
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Pakistan:
Akhtar Mengal is leading the protest organized by the Balochistan National Party.
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