In a tragic turn of events, a firing on passenger coach near Qalat has left the nation in mourning. The deadly assault occurred on a coach traveling from Karachi to Quetta, raising serious concerns over passenger safety in Balochistan’s sensitive regions. The brutal act of violence targeting innocent civilians has shocked the country and drawn strong condemnation from top government officials.
یقیناً یہ واقعہ صرف ایک خبر نہیں، بلکہ ہر پاکستانی کے دل پر لگا ایک زخم ہے۔ جب بے گناہ مسافر اپنے گھروں کو لوٹ رہے ہوں اور اُن پر گولیوں کی بارش ہو جائے، تو یہ صرف ایک حملہ نہیں، بلکہ انسانیت پر وار ہوتا ہے۔ بلوچستان کی سرزمین ایک بار پھر خون سے تر ہو گئی ہے، اور ہر دل یہ سوال کر رہا ہے: آخر کب تک؟ ایسے واقعات ہمیں نہ صرف جھنجھوڑتے ہیں بلکہ یہ یاد دلاتے ہیں کہ امن کے قیام کے لیے ہمیں متحد ہو کر دہشتگردی کے خلاف فیصلہ کن اقدامات کرنے ہوں گے۔
Deadly Attack Claims Lives, Leaves Several Injured
The firing on passenger coach near Qalat took place near Niemurgh Cross in Kalat district. According to police sources, unidentified gunmen opened fire directly at a moving passenger coach, killing at least three people and injuring seven others. Rescue teams rushed to the scene, transporting the injured to the District Headquarters Hospital (DHQ) in Kalat.
Spokesperson Shahid Rind confirmed that the injured were receiving treatment and that security forces had secured the area. “The injured are being provided medical assistance at DHQ Kalat. Security personnel are present at the location, and investigations are underway,” he stated. Search operations were launched in the surrounding area soon after the incident.
This is not the first such incident in the region. Frequent attacks along the Karachi–Quetta highway highlight ongoing threats to commuters in Baluchistan, especially in remote and sensitive districts.
National Outcry and Strong Condemnations
The firing on passenger coach near Qalat has triggered an outpouring of grief and condemnation from leaders across the country. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif called it a heinous crime, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of innocent lives. He prayed for the deceased and directed authorities to ensure the best medical treatment for the injured. Those responsible will have to pay a heavy price,” he said, reaffirming the government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti condemned the incident, labeling it a cowardly act. He pointed fingers at terrorist elements tied to Fitan-al-Hind, stating, “They are now targeting civilians, showing that this war is against every Pakistani. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi echoed similar concerns, blaming separatist groups and reaffirming the government’s resolve to defeat Indian-sponsored conspiracies.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah also condemned the firing on passenger coach near Qalat, calling it an act of brutality and stressing the need to eliminate terrorism from the country.
Pattern of Violence Sparks Public Concern
The firing on passenger coach near Qalat is part of a disturbing pattern. Just last week, terrorists abducted and killed nine passengers in Loralai after checking their identity cards. In May, a suicide bombing on a school bus in Khuzdar claimed the lives of five people, including three children.
Such back-to-back incidents highlight how terrorists are now shifting toward soft targets, aiming to disrupt peace and spread fear among ordinary citizens. The government has assured that all necessary steps will be taken to prevent such tragedies and protect the lives of civilians, especially in conflict-prone areas.
As the nation grieves yet another loss, the demand for stronger security and urgent reforms continues to grow. The firing on a passenger coach near Qalat stands as a grim reminder that peace in Balochistan remains fragile and must be safeguarded with unwavering resolve.
