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Pakistan military chief visits Balochistan as security operations continue after deadly attacks

By The South Asia Times

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan’s military chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, visited the southwestern province of Balochistan on Wednesday as security operations continue following coordinated attacks that have left more than 250 people dead, including nearly 200 terrorists, according to the military’s media wing (ISPR).

During his visit to Quetta, the Army Chief and Chief of Defense Forces Munir received a detailed briefing on the evolving security situation and ongoing internal security operations launched in response to Saturday’s attacks across multiple locations in the province.

The military said the assaults were orchestrated by “Indian-backed, internationally designated terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan,” adding that a swift and aggressive response by security forces prevented the attackers from undermining peace and development in the region.

Authorities discussed measures to reinforce the state’s writ and enhance protection for civilians and critical infrastructure amid continuing search and sanitization operations.

“No terrorist and its facilitator will be spared. All will be dealt with strictly as per law, and no one can rationalize violence and terrorism on any pretext,” Munir said, praising the professionalism and sacrifices of the army, Frontier Corps, police, and other law enforcement agencies.

The army chief later visited the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Quetta alongside the Balochistan chief minister, where he met injured personnel from the military and police. He commended their “bravery and steadfastness” in defending the country against what the military described as foreign-sponsored militants.

The visit comes as helicopters and surveillance drones continue to support ground troops in remote and mountainous areas, where follow-up operations are underway to eliminate remaining militant hideouts.

Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest but least populated province, has long faced insurgent violence targeting security forces and infrastructure.

Saturday’s coordinated attacks marked one of the deadliest recent escalations, prompting a nationwide security alert and renewed vows by authorities to restore stability in the resource-rich region.

Field Marshal Munir was received upon arrival by the Commander Quetta Corps, the military said.