RAWALPINDI, NOV 3 /DNA/ — Security forces have successfully neutralized seventeen Indian-sponsored terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted in Balochistan on 1 November 2026. The operations targeted the proscribed groups Fitna Al Hindustan and Fitna Al Khawarij in the Kachhi and Kharan districts.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the first operation was conducted in the Sanni area of Kachhi District. During the operation, security forces thwarted an attempt by terrorists to establish a roadblock in the city. The proactive action resulted in the neutralization of ten Indian-sponsored terrorists. A cache of weapons and ammunition was recovered from the site.

In a simultaneous operation in District Kharan, security forces busted a terrorist hideout. Following an intense exchange of fire, seven Indian-sponsored Khawarij were sent to hell. Weapons and ammunition were recovered during the raid.

During the intense fire exchange in Kharan, Sepoy Hikmat Ullah (25 years, resident of District Karak), having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced shahadat.

Sanitization operations are currently being conducted in the area to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorists found in the vicinity.

The ISPR reiterated that the relentless Counter Terrorism campaign under the vision “Azm e Istehkam”—as approved by the Federal Apex Committee on National Action Plan—by Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan will continue at full pace to wipe out the menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.