Islamabad:
Security forces killed four terrorists belonging to a forbidden separatist group during an intelligence -based operation (IBO) in Kalat district night between Saturday and Sunday.
The operation was performed in the Pahrod area of the district on the basis of reports of the presence of terrorists. According to an official statement, troops effectively took a position near the hiding place of the terrorists who were neutralized after an intense exchange of fire.
The forces also seized a large cache of weapons, ammunition and explosive material from hiding place. A sanitization and approval operation was underway in the area.
The operation took place days after terrorists opened fire on a Karachi-bound passenger bus in Kalat, killed at least three and wounded seven others. In another attack on July 11, terrorists abducted and carried out nine passengers after removing them from buses in the Loralai district.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Safraz Bugti congratulated the security forces of the successful operation in separate messages.
The president noted that the state is determined to eradicate terrorists at all costs with support from the nation. “The state will continue to intervene against terrorism with full strength. The terrorists in Fitna-Tul-Hindustan will be pursued until the end,” Zardari added. Terrorists belonging to banned separatist organizations are also referred to Fitna-Tul-Hindustan because of their relations with India.
In a separate announcement, Prime Minister Shehbaz said the entire nation stands with security forces in the war against terrorism. “The government is firm in its driving to eradicate all forms of terrorism from the country,” he added.
Balochistan Chief Minister Bugti also paid tribute to the professionalism and unshakable determination of the forces. He expressed satisfaction over the timely intelligence and rapid response that neutralized the threat.
“The quick reaction to terrorist activity in Pahrod is commendable. Our security forces have again demonstrated their emergency preparedness and decision to protect the province,” he said.
Labeling the group A threat to national stability confirmed CM The Provincial Government’s obligation to decisive action against all the state’s enemies.
“Operations against the state’s enemies will continue on all fronts. Any attempt to sabotage the peace in Balochistan will be crushed,” he claimed.
Bugti described the operation as a clear message to hostile elements and declared that the dishonest designs of Fitna-Tul-Hindustan had been run.
“Their plans are in ruins. Our forces have defeated their evil intentions,” he noted.
He paid tribute to the staff involved and emphasized that their success reflects vigilance and dedication of Pakistan’s security forces. “They have once again averted the enemy’s malicious plans and proven their unwavering obligation to national security,” he added.
With input from app
