Key commanders of various militant groups in Balochistan have surrendered their weapons and pledged loyalty to the state during a press conference held along with provincial ministers and senior officials of the Terrorism Department (CTD).
Among the militants who laid down their arms were Najibullah, also known as Darves 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 that they were not interested in the independence of Baluchistan, but only wanted to destabilize Pakistan.”
He criticized Baloch separatist leaders living abroad, accusing them of enjoying lavish 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 policy for reconciliation, urging others to surrender.
“The government welcomes those who accompany weapons and has paved the way for the wrong people to return,” he said.
