Pak PM Sharif visits Balochistan to meet train hijack survivors
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has embarked on a visit to Balochistan to meet with the survivors of the train hijack and the commandos who bravely carried out the rescue operation, saving the lives of over 300 people. This visit comes a day after the security forces successfully killed 33 Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) militants who had hijacked the train on Tuesday.
The hijacking of the train, which was carrying over 1,000 passengers, was a shocking incident that sent shockwaves across the country. The BLA, a separatist group that has been fighting for independence in Balochistan, claimed responsibility for the hijacking.
However, the Pakistan government has maintained that the hijacking has been successfully foiled and that the ordeal has come to an end. The government has also credited the bravery and quick thinking of the commandos who carried out the rescue operation for saving the lives of the passengers.
As the Prime Minister arrived in Balochistan, he was accompanied by senior government officials, including the Chief Minister of Balochistan, Jam Kamal Khan Alyani. The PM met with the survivors of the hijack, who were still shaken by their ordeal, and listened to their stories and concerns.
The PM also met with the commandos who carried out the rescue operation, praising them for their bravery and selflessness. The commandos, who were part of the Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group (SSG), were able to neutralize the militants and rescue the passengers without any loss of life.
The PM’s visit comes at a time when tensions between the Pakistan government and the BLA are running high. The BLA has been waging a low-intensity insurgency in Balochistan for several years, and has been accused of carrying out numerous attacks on security forces and civilians.
In a statement after the hijacking, the BLA claimed that the hijack had not ended and that the Pakistan government was lying. The group also accused the government of using the hijacking as a pretext to crack down on Baloch separatists.
However, the Pakistan government has maintained that the hijacking has been successfully foiled and that the ordeal has come to an end. The government has also accused the BLA of using innocent civilians as human shields and of putting their lives at risk.
The hijacking of the train has raised concerns about the security situation in Balochistan, which has been plagued by insurgency and violence for several years. The province has seen numerous attacks on security forces and civilians, and the government has been accused of using heavy-handed tactics to quell the insurgency.
The PM’s visit to Balochistan is seen as an effort to reassure the people of the province that the government is committed to their safety and security. The PM has also promised to take steps to address the root causes of the insurgency and to work towards a peaceful resolution.
In a statement after meeting with the survivors and commandos, the PM said, “I am grateful to the commandos who carried out the rescue operation and saved the lives of over 300 people. Their bravery and selflessness are a testament to the bravery and dedication of our armed forces.”
The PM also met with the Chief Minister of Balochistan, Jam Kamal Khan Alyani, and discussed the security situation in the province. The Chief Minister said, “The government is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the people of Balochistan. We will take all necessary steps to address the root causes of the insurgency and to work towards a peaceful resolution.”
The PM’s visit to Balochistan comes at a time when Pakistan is facing numerous challenges, including a struggling economy and a deteriorating security situation. The government is under pressure to address these challenges and to provide stability and security to the people of the country.
As the PM returns to Islamabad, he will no doubt be under pressure to deliver on his promises to the people of Balochistan. The hijacking of the train has raised concerns about the security situation in the province, and the government will need to take steps to address the root causes of the insurgency and to work towards a peaceful resolution.
