QUETTA: Security forces killed at least 14 terrorists of the Indian proxy group Fitna al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation in Khuzdar district of Balochistan.
According to state-run Radio Pakistan, security forces conducted the operation on confirmed intelligence and eliminated 14 militants.
In a separate action in Zehri area, security forces injured more than 20 terrorists and destroyed several of their hideouts.
Local residents praised the forces for targeting militants who had been harassing them. Security forces reaffirmed their resolve to eradicate terrorism from the country.
Indian-backed terrorists in Khuzdar
Yesterday, the security forces had killed seven militants linked to the Indian-backed group Fitna al Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation in Sherani district of Balochistan.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said security forces launched the raid on the basis of intelligence and engaged the militants in a fierce gun battle. Seven fighters were killed in the exchange of fire.
The ISPR said the slain militants belonged to Fitna al Khawarij, a group accused of carrying out sabotage and unrest in Pakistan with Indian support, including attacks on civilians and security forces.
Troops searched the area after the clash and recovered heavy weapons, ammunition and communication equipment. Security officials said the militants were linked to elements that had previously carried out attacks in the region.
The army’s spokesperson said operations against Indian-sponsored groups will continue “until peace and stability are fully restored.”
Local residents in Sherani and nearby areas welcomed the operation, according to security sources, and expressed relief over the elimination of the militants.
Earlier on Wednesday, the forces also carried out an operation in Sherani, killing eight Khawarij. According to the ISPR, the forces killed 21 terrorists in Balochistan that day, including 10 on the outskirts of Quetta, the provincial capital.
