Karachi Police Link Viral ‘Baal’ Effigy to Quds Day Rally

Police say the foam statue was commissioned to be burned during a Youm al-Quds procession.

Overview

Officers seized the thermocol effigy from a shop in Mehran Town after video of the devil-like figure spread widely online.
Investigators concluded the statue represents Baal and was prepared for a Quds Day event scheduled for Friday.
The craftsman who built the piece was detained for questioning, gave a statement, and was released.
Shopkeeper Imran told police the order came from religious scholar Allama Shabar Zaidi to burn the effigy on Jumatul Wida.
Korangi police say religious organisers linked to the order have been summoned but have not appeared, and the inquiry remains open.