Operation Herof 2.0: Serious terrorism in Pakistan: BLA strikes in Balochistan, 150 soldiers killed and bloody clashes

Pakistan's largest and resource-rich province, Balochistan, has currently turned into a battlefield. The Balochistan Liberation Army's (BLA) 'Operation Herof 2.0', which has been ongoing for the past 35 hours, has severely challenged the Pakistani security apparatus. The BLA has claimed that their Majeed Brigade and Fateh Squad have killed more than 150 Pakistani soldiers and paramilitary personnel. These attacks were so well-coordinated that explosions and gunfire could be heard simultaneously in 12 districts, including Noshki, Gwadar, Mastung, and Panjgur.

This violence has been further fueled by an old statement from Pakistan's Home Minister. A year ago, Mohsin Naqvi had belittled the Baloch rebels, saying that there was no need for the army to fight them, a single SHO was enough. However, today the same Baloch soldiers have given the Pakistani army a tough time. The BLA has made it clear that their struggle is only with the military, and ordinary police or civilians are not targeted. Military bases in important cities like Noshki and Gwadar have been targeted in these attacks.

The Pakistani army has retaliated by naming these attacks 'Fitna-al-Hindustan' and accusing India. According to the army's claim, 92 rebels were killed in the counterattack. However, former military officer Major (Retd.) Adil Raja has sharply criticized the government and the army. He said that these people, who have come to power by stealing public opinion, are pointing fingers at foreign countries to hide their incompetence. He warned that the uprising in Balochistan is a result of local people's discontent and cannot be suppressed.

Fearing the situation getting out of control, the Balochistan Home Ministry has imposed a strict lockdown and restrictions across the province. For the next month, there is a ban on two people riding on a motorcycle, a complete prohibition on the display of weapons, a ban on applying black film on car windows, and a ban on covering faces in public places. An undeclared emergency has been imposed by prohibiting gatherings of more than five people. These restrictions are having a significant impact on local trade and daily life.

This internal crisis in Pakistan has drawn international attention, and the independence movement in Balochistan has gained new momentum. There is also a possibility of this violence affecting China's CPEC project.