QUETTA: Security forces raided a truck and recovered a large quantity of weapons, ammunition and explosives in Balochistan’s Gulistan area near the Pak-Afghan border region on Monday.
Balochistan Home Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti alleged that neighbouring countries, including India and Afghanistan, were trying to carry out terror activities to weaken Pakistan.
He further claimed that Afhgan intelligence agencies had set up at least 34 insurgent camps in this regard.
He said these weapons would have to be used for terrorism and other illegal purposes in the province.
He said that the provincial government by using all resources is collecting the evidences, adding that through federal government these proofs would be provided to neighboring countries.
He said that the elements who are carrying out terrorist activities in the province are enjoying baking of “RAW” and “Khad”. He said all steps for the peace of Balochistan would be taken. While appreciating the law enforcement agencies he said that the actions of police, FC and other law and enforcement agencies would continue till the establishment of peace in the province.
Security forces claimed to have recovered 70 sacks of explosive materials, 45 prepared bombs, 200 detonators, 100 AK-47 rifles, nine Kalakov rifles, three G-3 rifles and 135 handguns from hidden compartments in the truck.
Bomb making and other equipment recovered included one hundred bundles of prima cord, 50 remote control detonators, sophisticated binoculars, sniper scopes and at least 2,000 rounds of ammunition.
Security sources said the weapons were being smuggled into Balochistan from Afghanistan to be used in terror activities across the country, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
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