After foreign militants attacked the Bando Police Check Post in the Nahaq Dara area of Upper Dir, local people stood with their police and security forces against Fitna-al-Khawarij. This has set a new example of national unity ahead of the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan.
According to initial reports, local people took up arms to help the police against the militants.
Additionally, announcements were also made from mosques asking people to come out of their homes. According to reports, they were called to support the security forces and police.
After the announcements, a large number of local people came out of their homes. They stood alongside state institutions in resisting the terrorists.
Reports say that the brave people of Upper Dir have once again made it clear that the fight against terrorism is not only the fight of the security forces, but it is the fight of the entire nation.
The reports further add that they stand with their country, police and security forces. Adding that they will not allow any militant or their helpers to destroy peace in their area.
Operation Rad ul Fitna 3: Fitna al Hindustan sent to hell
Security forces killed 19 Fitna al Hindustan during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) as Operation Rad-ul-Fitna 3 continues in different areas of Balochistan.
According to details, an IBO was conducted in Rodenjo Cross, Kalat, following credible intelligence about the presence of terrorists. Five Fitna al Hindustan terrorists travelling in a vehicle were engaged and killed.
Security forces carried out heavy artillery shelling on a suspected militant hideout near Sasool Guest House in Balochistan today, on August 11, as Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3 continues.
The attack caused panic and confusion among the militants, according to reports. Radio and wireless communications reportedly showed that the militants started firing at each other during the confusion.
Security forces are monitoring the situation and keeping a close watch on further developments, the reports add further.
The forces said that they will continue operations against terrorism and violence to help restore lasting peace in the country.