Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti condemns violence inciters, offers support to attack victims while reaffirming government's commitment to eradicating terrorism.
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has strongly condemned those who incite violence and hatred from within the public, describing them as more dangerous than banned organizations. Addressing the media after visiting families affected by the recent Shuttle Train attack at Chaman Phatak, Bugti expressed concern over individuals studying abroad on government expenses who are actively promoting anti-state narratives.
After offering Eidul Azha prayers and visiting the homes of those impacted by the tragic incident, Bugti assured the grieving families that neither the government nor the people of Balochistan would leave them alone. "The martyrs of this incident are heroes of the entire nation," he said. "We are indebted to the sacred blood of our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the safety of the people and the homeland."
Bugti reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring complete compensation for the losses suffered by the victims of the Chaman Phatak Shuttle Train attack, adding that every possible assistance would be provided to the affected families. He Balochistan has endured numerous incidents of terrorism and unrest over the past two decades, with conditions deteriorating after 2002 due to events such as the killing of Justice Nawaz Marri.
Despite these challenges, Bugti praised the people of Balochistan for consistently demonstrating courage, patience, and resilience. He highlighted that both Pakistan and Balochistan are now moving towards development, stability, and progress. On the international front, he Pakistan is playing a responsible and pivotal role in resolving conflicts like Iran's.
The Chief Minister warned that enemy forces, particularly India’s intelligence agency RAW and its proxies, become active when such positive circumstances arise to create instability. He revealed that security forces conducted successful operations the previous day, killing 10 to 12 terrorists. Bugti emphasized that security forces in Balochistan have never resorted to blind use of power, unlike some other regions where entire areas are evacuated before operations.
"Our security forces possess full capability and professional competence to deal with terrorists," he said. "However, fighting an intelligence-driven war in grey zones remains a major challenge, where distinguishing between friend and foe is not easy."
Bugti concluded by reiterating the government's firm resolve that joint efforts of the government, people, and security institutions will continue until terrorism is completely eradicated and lasting peace is established in Balochistan.
