Senior Artist Naseer Muhammad Shahi offers to Sell his Children

In a heartbreaking turn of events, renowned Quetta-based artist Naseer Muhammad Shahi has revealed that he may have to sell his children.

Reportedly, Naseer has resorted to such measures due to his dire financial circumstances.

The senior TV artist, who has faced significant challenges due to his disability, set up a protest camp to draw attention to his plight.

This was after the Balochistan Culture Department allegedly held his stipend.

Naseer Muhammad Shahi, visibly emotional, expressed his despair at the situation.

He stated that his inability to work, along with the withdrawal of financial support, has left him with few options to consider.

During a press conference, he made an urgent appeal to authorities.

He stated that without immediate assistance, he would have no choice but to sell his children, each valued at Rs. 40,000 (£110)

With tears in his eyes, he emotionally remarked on the value of his children. Naseer questioned if anyone could find a goat available for such a low price.

His words reflect not only his anguish but also the desperation faced by many artists in the region.

Naseer also criticised the new secretary of the culture department, alleging that funds intended for artists have been misallocated.

He claimed that the resources are now being redirected to favoured individuals.

This situation has left many talented individuals struggling to make ends meet.

As the community rallies around him, the hope is that authorities will respond to Naseer Muhammad Shahi’s urgent call for help.

Many are hoping a tragic outcome will be prevented and support will be ensured for struggling artists in Balochistan.

A user said: “No parents sell their children for the sake of financial issues and instability BUT there are factors around which is very hard for parents to confront.

“Desperation, lack of resources, and limited options often drive this heart-breaking decision. Send my love and prayers to you”

One stated: “This is the condition of the Pakistani media industry. I have seen a lot of his work.

“He’s such a nice artist, but sadly, if you don’t have links in the Pakistani industry. You cannot grow.”

Another wrote: “It’s the government’s/country’s job to educate people, provide them with subsidies, or at least introduce population management policies.”

“We can’t just blame everything on the poor neglected ones.”