Baloch militants surrender, reveal foreign backing to destabilise Pakistan

Key commanders from various militant groups in Balochistan have surrendered their arms and pledged allegiance to the state during a press conference held alongside provincial ministers and senior Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) officials.

Among the militants who laid down their weapons were Najibullah, also known as Darvesh or Adam, and Abdul Rasheed, also known as Khudaidad or Kamash, along with others, Express News reported.

Najibullah revealed that foreign intelligence agencies had manipulated insurgent groups, stating, “A foreign agency told me they were not interested in Balochistan’s independence but only wanted to destabilise Pakistan.”

He criticised Baloch separatist leaders living abroad, accusing them of enjoying luxurious lifestyles while fighters in the mountains struggle to survive.

“Those fighting in the mountains cannot even secure two meals a day,” he added.

Provincial Minister Zahoor Ahmad Buledi condemned the exploitation of innocent youth, saying, “A heinous game of terrorism is being played in Balochistan. The handlers of these militants lure innocent children with false promises and take them to the mountains.”

Buledi reiterated the government’s open-door policy for reconciliation, urging others to surrender.

“The government welcomes those laying down arms and has paved the way for misguided individuals to return,” he said.