NOSHKI: Five terrorists were killed after Frontier Corps (FC) personnel foiled an attempt to establish a blockade on the strategic Quetta-Taftan Highway in Balochistan’s Noshki district, preventing what officials described as an effort to disrupt civilian movement, loot travelers, and extort money from motorists using one of the province’s most vital transport routes.
According to security sources, terrorists affiliated with Fitna al-Hindustan (FaH) set up an illegal roadblock on the highway on Tuesday, seeking to stop passenger vehicles and commercial transport, intimidate travelers, and carry out looting and extortion activities.
Upon receiving reports of the blockade, FC Nushki Militia launched a swift response operation to clear the route and pursue the attackers. Security forces moved quickly to the area and engaged the militants in an intense exchange of fire.
The operation resulted in the killing of five terrorists, while the remaining militants reportedly fled towards nearby rugged terrain. Security personnel subsequently conducted search and clearance operations to secure the area and ensure that no further threats remained along the highway.
Officials said the timely intervention prevented a potentially serious disruption on the Quetta-Taftan Highway, a critical corridor connecting Quetta with western Balochistan and border regions. The route serves as a major artery for passenger traffic, trade, and the movement of goods, making its security a key priority for law enforcement agencies.
Security sources said the terrorists had attempted to create fear among travelers and disrupt normal activity along the highway through coercion, looting, and extortion. The swift action by FC personnel prevented the militants from establishing control over the route.
The latest operation comes amid an intensified counter-terrorism campaign across Balochistan, where security forces have increased intelligence-based operations against militant networks involved in attacks on civilians, security personnel, and critical infrastructure.
Official figures show that the scale of counter-terrorism operations in the province has expanded significantly over the past several years. From 63 terrorists neutralized in 2020, the annual figure rose to 792 in 2025 as security forces increased operational pressure on militant groups across the province.
The momentum has continued into 2026. By the end of May, security forces had already eliminated 798 terrorists in various intelligence-based operations, surpassing the total recorded during the previous year. Security officials attribute the increase to improved intelligence gathering, enhanced coordination among security institutions, and sustained efforts to dismantle terrorist networks operating in Balochistan.
Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to protecting national highways, safeguarding civilian lives, and maintaining peace and stability throughout the province. They emphasized that operations against terrorist groups would continue to ensure that key transportation routes remain secure and free from militant threats.
The successful operation in Noshki underscores the continued focus of security forces on securing critical infrastructure and denying militants the ability to disrupt public life, economic activity, and regional connectivity.
