JUI-F leader killed in clash over water

QUETTA:

A Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) leader Muhammad Aslam Khan Umrani was killed when caught in the cross-fire during a clash between two tribal groups over an irrigation water dispute in Dera Murad Jamali, Naseerabad district of Balochistan.

The violent confrontation occurred within the jurisdiction of Mongoli police station, leading to immediate action by local authorities.

The incident started when tensions between the Umrani and Hijwani tribes escalated over access to water for irrigation. The situation quickly spiraled out of control, resulting in an exchange of gunfire that left one person dead and another slightly injured.

Upon receiving information about the clash, SSP Naseerabad Fahad Khan Khosa, along with his police party, reached the scene and arrested several gunmen.

Their intervention managed to bring the situation under control, forcing the armed men from both sides to retreat. In the process, police seized weapons, motorcycles, and other items used in the ongoing conflict.

Maulana Wasey, the Balochistan chief of JUI-F, expressed his deep sorrow and outrage over the incident. He strongly condemned the attack and called on the government to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the murder.