Quetta — Security forces eliminated 41 terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan on January 29, 2026, dealing a major blow to militant networks operating in the province. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that 30 terrorists, described as Indian-sponsored Khawarij, were killed in a fierce firefight on the outskirts of Harnai District, while 11 more affiliated with Fitna-e-Hindustan were neutralized in a raid on a hideout in Panjgur District. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari swiftly commended the armed forces, assuring the nation stands united behind them in the relentless fight against terrorism.
🚨#ISPR 41 Terrorists Eliminated!
Rawalpindi, 30 January, 2026On 29 January 2026, forty one terrorists belonging to #India proxy, Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan, were killed in two separate operations in #Balochistan, #Pakistan
An intelligence based operation (IBO)… pic.twitter.com/qEBGRSYXhH
— Pakistan Armed Forces News 🇵🇰 (@PakistanFauj) January 30, 2026
Key Highlights
- 30 terrorists killed in Harnai District IBO; large cache of ammunition and explosives seized and destroyed.
- 11 terrorists killed in Panjgur District raid; weapons, ammunition, and looted bank robbery money recovered.
- Operations part of ongoing Azm-e-Istehkam initiative under National Action Plan.
- PM Shehbaz Sharif: “The entire nation stands with the armed forces in this ongoing fight.”
- President Asif Ali Zardari: “Effective action reflects the state’s unwavering resolve.”
- Sweeping search and clearance operations continue in both areas.
Heavy Blow in Harnai and Panjgur
In Harnai, the operation unfolded after credible reports of terrorist presence in the area. An intense exchange of fire left 30 militants dead, with security teams recovering and destroying substantial arms and explosives meant for further attacks. In Panjgur, the raid targeted a hideout linked to multiple past incidents, including a December 15 bank robbery; the 11 killed were found with recovered loot and weapons. These back-to-back successes highlight the precision and resolve driving counter-terrorism efforts across Balochistan.
Leadership Salutes the Forces
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the operations under Azm-e-Istehkam, saying the security forces continue to deliver significant victories against terrorism. “The entire nation stands with the armed forces,” he added — words that echoed the quiet pride felt in homes across Pakistan. President Asif Ali Zardari echoed the sentiment, calling the actions a clear demonstration of the state’s firm commitment against groups like Fitna al-Khawarij and Fitna-e-Hindustan.
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What’s Next
Security forces have intensified sweeping operations to apprehend any remaining militants and prevent regrouping. The focus remains on sustained pressure through intelligence, precision strikes, and community cooperation. These latest results build on a strong 2025 record — with thousands of IBOs nationwide — showing the state’s determination to root out terror once and for all.
In the end, it’s the quiet courage of those in uniform that allows ordinary Pakistanis to sleep a little easier tonight. The nation’s gratitude runs deep — and so does its resolve.
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