Eight terrorists killed in Noushki, Kalpar operations; major, havildar martyred

RAWALPINDI: Eight terrorists were killed in security force operations across various parts of Balochistan, while a major and a havildar of the Pakistan Army were martyred in a terrorist attack.

On Saturday, the ISPR said security force operations against terrorists were continuing in various areas of Balochistan. Since 13 November, several intelligence-based operations have been carried out in the vicinity of Kalpar, Kurdgap and Noushki.

During an operation in Kalpar between the night of 13 and 14 November, eight terrorists were killed. Large quantities of weapons and ammunition were also recovered. Patrols continue on the Quetta-Taftan National Highway N-40 to maintain security in the area.

According to the ISPR, on 14 November, terrorists of “Fitna al-Hindustan” targeted army vehicles on patrol with armed quadcopters. In the attack, Major Umar Minhas Nasir and Havildar Muhammad Adnan Khan embraced martyrdom. Major Umar Minhas Nasir belonged to Chakwal district, while Havildar Muhammad Adnan Khan was from Kotli Sattian.

The ISPR said that, with the backing of India and other hostile intelligence agencies, Fitna al-Hindustan is using drones, IEDs and other modern technical means. It said India is providing the group with full financial support and the most advanced equipment.

Security forces are fully aware of evolving threats, and terrorists will not be given any space under any circumstances, whichever route they choose. The counter-terrorism campaign will continue at full pace under Azm-e-Istehkam, the vision approved under the National Action Plan.

President, Prime Minister and Interior Minister pay tribute

President Asif Ali Zardari praised the professional capabilities of the security forces for killing eight terrorists. He paid tribute to Major Umar Minhas Nasir and Havildar Muhammad Adnan Khan and expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the martyrs. He said cowardly terrorist attacks could not weaken the resolve of our security institutions.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to security forces for the successful intelligence-based operations in Kalpar, Kurdgap and Noushki. In these operations, eight terrorists, including a suicide bomber, were sent to hell. He prayed for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks and for patience (sabr-e-jameel) for the grieving families.

The Prime Minister said the enemy is trying to undermine regional peace by targeting innocent citizens and security personnel, but our armed forces have the full capability to crush every nefarious plan of the enemy. He said operations would continue with full force until terrorism sponsored from abroad is completely eliminated.

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid tribute to martyred Major Umar Minhas Nasir and martyred Havildar Adnan Khan and expressed heartfelt sympathy with their families. He said every drop of the martyrs’ blood is a guarantee of the homeland’s protection. He praised the security forces’ professional capabilities in killing eight terrorists.