Security forces killed 13 Indian-backed terrorists and arrested four others disguised as women during separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across Balochistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday.

According to the military’s media wing, the operations were conducted in Quetta and Kech districts on September 30 and October 1 following confirmed intelligence about the presence of terrorist groups Fitna al-Khawarij and Fitna al-Hindustan.

In Quetta, ten terrorists were killed in a fierce gun battle after security forces encircled their hideout.

Another operation in Kech left three militants dead. Large caches of arms, ammunition, and explosives were recovered from both sites.

The ISPR said that these terrorists were involved in multiple attacks and attempts to destabilise the province. Their elimination marks a significant blow to Indian-sponsored militancy.

In a separate IBO in Khuzdar, four militants linked to Fitna al-Hindustan were arrested while attempting to flee in women’s attire. Weapons and explosives were also seized.

The cowardly bid to escape disguised as women was foiled through swift action, the ISPR noted.

The military confirmed that clearance and sanitisation operations are continuing in the region.

Political leaders commend forces

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the successful operations.

The premier said, “Our brave forces are ensuring the nation’s safety. The entire nation stands firmly behind them in the resolve to eradicate terrorism.”

Interior Minister Naqvi lauded the courage and professionalism of the troops, stating: “I salute the valour of our brave sons who continue to protect Pakistan at all costs.”

The ISPR reaffirmed that Pakistan’s armed forces remain resolute in their mission to eliminate the menace of terrorism, vowing that Indian-backed networks would be dismantled with full force.