Security Operations to Continue Until Terrorism Is Eliminated: CM

QUETTA | Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has said that security operations will continue until terrorism is eliminated, reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting citizens, maintaining national security and establishing lasting peace across Pakistan.

Balochistan chief minister praises intelligence-based operations; Shahid Rind and Babar Yousafzai back continued action against militants, citing casualties and weapons recoveries

In a statement, Bugti praised security forces for their intelligence-based operations against suspected militants, saying several hideouts had been targeted, militants killed and weapons, ammunition and explosives recovered.

He commended the professionalism and commitment of security personnel, emphasizing that coordinated efforts among law enforcement agencies and other state institutions were essential to combating terrorism.

The chief minister alleged that India-backed militant organizations were attempting to destabilize Pakistan, but maintained that security forces would continue efforts to counter such threats.

He said the operations were part of Azm-e-Istehkam, a national counterterrorism initiative approved by the Federal Apex Committee under the National Action Plan.

Bugti reiterated that the government would not allow militant groups to undermine peace or threaten public safety in Balochistan and other parts of the country.

Shahid Rind Praises Kurram Operations

Meanwhile, Shahid Rind, the chief minister’s aide on information and political affairs, praised intelligence-based operations conducted in Kurram area near Quetta since November 3.

He claimed that security forces had targeted several militant hideouts, killed militants and recovered weapons, ammunition and explosives.

Rind also alleged Indian support for militant activities in Pakistan and said the government and security institutions remained united in their efforts to restore peace.

He described Azm-e-Istehkam as an important component of the country’s counterterrorism strategy.

Babar Yousafzai Vows Action Against Militants

Separately, Balochistan Chief Minister’s Aide on Home Affairs Babar Yousafzai said the intelligence-based operations launched on November 3 reflected the professionalism and operational capabilities of security forces.

He praised security personnel for targeting militant hideouts and recovering weapons and explosives, describing the operations as significant achievements in efforts to maintain national security.

Yousafzai said effective action would continue, in accordance with the law, against groups attempting to challenge the authority of the state or threaten public safety.

He also accused India of supporting militant elements seeking to destabilize Pakistan and reaffirmed the government’s determination to counter such threats.

The aide said national security, sovereignty and lasting peace remained priorities, adding that cooperation between security institutions and the public was essential to addressing terrorism.

Bugti, Rind and Yousafzai reiterated their support for continued counterterrorism operations under the National Action Plan and Azm-e-Istehkam.