Successful Security Operations in Quetta, Nushki and Khuzdar: 8 Terrorists Killed, Says Babar Yousafzai
QUETTA – Advisor to the Balochistan Home Department Babar Yousafzai, appreciating the intelligence-based operations by security forces in Quetta, Nushki and Khuzdar, has said that the elimination of a total of 8 terrorists across the three districts and the recovery of 490 kilograms of explosives in Khuzdar are significant successes. In a statement issued on October 18, 2026, Babar Yousafzai said that foiling the terrorists’ attempt to block traffic flow by placing obstacles on roads in Panjpai is proof of the security forces’ professional expertise. According to him, 5 India-backed terrorists were killed during timely action in Panjpai.
He said that during a clearance operation in Nushki, a terrorist hideout was traced and action was taken, where 2 India-backed terrorists were killed after an intense exchange of fire. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered during the operation.
According to Babar Yousafzai, during an intelligence-based operation in Khuzdar, a terrorist hideout was targeted in which one terrorist was killed while 490 kilograms of explosives were recovered.
The Advisor to the Balochistan Home Department said the sacrifices of security forces and law enforcement agencies to foil terrorist plots and protect the lives and property of the people are praiseworthy. He paid tribute to the services of security institutions for establishing peace and order in Balochistan.
He said effective actions against terrorist elements are important progress toward establishing lasting peace in the province, while it is necessary to continue clearance operations in view of the possible presence of other terrorists.
Babar Yousafzai said that under the vision of “Azm-e-Istehkam,” efforts must continue for the complete elimination of terrorism. According to him, joint efforts of all relevant institutions are indispensable for ending foreign-sponsored terrorism from Pakistan.
He further said that the people of Balochistan stand shoulder to shoulder with security forces and law enforcement agencies for the establishment of peace, and state-enemy elements will not be allowed to affect the people’s peace, development, and daily life.
