Quetta ( The COW News Digital)A harrowing video showing the brutal execution of a man and a woman, allegedly in the name of honor, has gone viral on social media, sparking national outrage and a call for justice from both political and religious leadership in Pakistan.
The incident, which reportedly took place in Balochistan, depicts the cold-blooded killing of a couple by unidentified assailants. The motive, according to initial reports, appears to be so-called “honor” related. In response, Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti took immediate notice, condemning the act and ordering a high-level investigation with urgent arrests of the culprits.
Shahid Rind, the spokesperson for the Balochistan government, labeled the act as “inhuman and barbaric,” assuring the public that justice will be delivered swiftly. “No one is above the law, and such savagery will never be tolerated. The killers will be brought to justice,” he stated.
Law enforcement agencies have been tasked with identifying and apprehending those responsible, with instructions to submit a detailed investigation report as soon as possible.
Reacting strongly, Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, Hafiz Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi, also issued a statement condemning the incident. He urged the Chief Minister, Governor, and Inspector General of Balochistan to ensure the immediate arrest of those responsible and demanded that the case be tried in an anti-terrorism court.
Ashrafi emphasized that Islam strictly forbids honor killings. “There is no place in Shariah for taking a life in the name of honor. In fact, Islamic teachings clearly support asking a woman about her will and consent before marriage,” he added.
The viral footage, which has caused nationwide shock and grief, once again highlights the pressing need to address honor-based violence through stronger laws and rapid judicial response. Human rights activists have long advocated for reform in how such cases are handled, stressing that cultural justifications must not be allowed to shield murderers.
This incident adds to the grim statistics of gender-based violence in Pakistan, especially in rural regions, where such crimes often go unpunished due to societal taboos and weak law enforcement.
