Seven security personnel martyred in Kalat

QUETTA, Nov 16 (SABAH): A terrorist attack targeted a checkpost in Kalat district of Balochistan province, resulting in the martyrdom of seven security personnel deployed there. A heavy contingent of security forces arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area, following the assault.

Reports indicate that the attack took place at the Shah Mardan checkpost in Kalat, where unknown armed assailants opened fire. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on unarmed civilians in the Johan area of Kalat district, which resulted in the loss of innocent lives.

In a statement, the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed his condolences, praying for the martyrs to be granted a higher status in heaven. He extended his sympathies to the grieving families affected by the tragedy.

Sharif has also directed the provision of the best medical care for the injured and instructed that immediate action be taken against the culprits, ensuring they face exemplary punishment.

“The elements spreading chaos and unrest in Balochistan are enemies of the people and the province’s development,” the Prime Minister said. He emphasised that such acts of violence would not deter the government’s commitment to the region’s progress and prosperity.

The Prime Minister reiterated the nation’s determination to thwart the malicious agendas of the country’s enemies and reaffirmed that the fight against terrorism would continue until its complete eradication from Pakistan.

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also condemned the attack on the checkpost in Kalat, offering tribute to the martyred personnel. He expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the martyrs and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. Naqvi emphasised that the martyred personnel had attained the highest honour of martyrdom, and their sacrifices for peace would be remembered forever.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif also condemned the terrorist incident in Kalat, expressing sorrow over the loss of precious lives. She extended her condolences to the grieving families and wished a swift recovery to the injured.