Security Forces Complete Operation Radd-ul-Fitna–I in Balochistan
The military’s media wing stated that the operation involved coordinated, swift, and intelligence-based actions against terrorist elements operating under Indian sponsorship. These groups were reportedly aiming to destabilize Balochistan by targeting innocent civilians, including women and children, to sabotage peace and development in the province.
ISPR said that based on credible and confirmed intelligence, operations were launched on January 29, 2026, in the outskirts of Panjgur and Harnai districts, where the presence of terrorists posed an immediate threat to the local population.
During the initial phase, security forces effectively targeted terrorist hideouts, resulting in the killing of 41 terrorists linked to Indian proxy networks. The military’s decisive response foiled attempts by Fitna-e-Hindustan to spread chaos and unrest in Balochistan.
As the operation progressed, large-scale intelligence-based operations (IBOs), combing, and clearance activities were carried out across multiple areas to dismantle sleeper cells and remaining militant infrastructure.
According to ISPR, the clearance operations led to the elimination of a total of 216 terrorists, dealing a severe blow to their leadership, command and control systems, and operational capabilities.
A significant cache of foreign-manufactured weapons, ammunition, explosives, and other equipment was also recovered during the operation. Preliminary investigations indicate organized external support and logistical backing provided to the terrorists.