Salman Akhlaqi

HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER
Country(ies) of nationality
HRD's year of birth
1980
HRD's Gender
Man
Type of HRD
  • Journalist/Blogger
HRD's thematic area of engagement
  • Civil and political rights
  • Land rights
  • Minorities’ rights
  • Other
HRD's Picture
HRD's bio and work

Salman Akhlaqi is an Afghan media professional and owner/license holder of Rah-e-Farda TV in Kabul. He has been involved in the management and operation of the broadcaster, which serves Afghan audiences including the Hazara and Shia communities.

HRD's geographical origin
Urban
Country or area of detention
Region of detention
  • Asia: Southern Asia
Location of detention - City/Town
Kabul
Geolocation of detention

Latitude: 34.48120278085433

Longitude: 69.19189453125001

Geolocation of detention
Detained since
Sep 6, 2026
Current Status
In prison (pre-trial)
Charge(s)
  • Anti-government propaganda
  • Other
Recent case update / evolution

On 6 September 2026, Taliban security forces closed Rah-e-Farda TV and detained Salman Akhlaqi. He was reportedly taken to an undisclosed location.

Allegations / reports of ill-treatment

His detention at an undisclosed location raises concerns about his safety and access to legal protection.

Protection actions and campaigns
Urgent support needed

Legal assistance and representation; advocacy for immediate and unconditional release; verification of his whereabouts and detention conditions; and protection against torture or ill-treatment.

Any other relevant documents

https://ufuqnews.com/archives/287110

https://afjc.media/our-work/press-release/afjc-condemns-the-closure-of-rah-e-farda-tv-and-the-confiscation-of-its-assets-by-the-de-facto-authorities

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