Five Hindu children abducted in Balochistan

Quetta : At least five children belonging to Hindu community have been kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Jaffarabad district of the  Balochistan on Wednesday

According to the details  the children aged between five to ten years were abducted late from Dera Allah Yar area while coming back from school. All kids were daughters and sons of a renowned Hindu trader and newspaper agent Saith Bhojraj, a  well-known Hindu trader and newspaper agent .

“The authorities have detained four accused persons of the local tribe in the connection with the Hindu children’s abduction.” said Deputy Commission of the area

Kidnapping for ransom in the area is a serious concern whereas members of the Hindu community are considered a soft target.

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Published in The Balochistan Point on May 29, 2014