PM Shehbaz arrives in Quetta for security talks amid Balochistan terror surge

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Quetta on Thursday for a day-long visit focused on the deteriorating law and order situation in Balochistan. The visit comes amid heightened security concerns following a recent spate of deadly terrorist incidents across the province.

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The prime minister will chair a high-level meeting regarding the law and order situation.

During his visit, the prime minister is scheduled to chair a high-level meeting concerning security challenges. He is accompanied by key ministers, including the Economic Affairs Minister, Information Minister, and an adviser on political affairs. Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail and Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti welcomed Sharif upon his arrival.

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three major terrorist incidents

The security situation in Balochistan has become increasingly critical. The military reported that at least 42 individuals, predominantly security and law enforcement officers, have died in terrorist attacks and subsequent operations since July 5. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, highlighted three major terrorist incidents: an attack near Quetta on July 5, a police post assault in Ziarat on July 6, and an ambush of an army convoy in Bela on Wednesday.

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expect no rationality and proportionality

Gen Chaudhry issued a stern warning to terrorists and their supporters, vowing relentless pursuit by security forces. He explicitly pointed fingers at India and Afghanistan, accusing them of backing the militants. "It was the handiwork of India and those forces with India who cannot tolerate Pakistan’s respect, prosperity and stability," Chaudhry stated, underscoring the geopolitical tensions surrounding the regional security landscape.

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It was the handiwork of India and those forces with India who cannot tolerate Pakistan’s respect, prosperity and stability.