Security officials stated that Indian-backed Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH) suffered major setbacks in Balochistan after the group’s so-called “Herof 2.0” operation failed to achieve its objectives earlier this year.
According to the security overview, the terrorist group launched the operation on January 31, 2026, in an attempt to create the impression that it had established control in parts of Balochistan. However, authorities said the campaign ended in failure, with 344 militants killed and hundreds more injured during the operation.
Following the collapse of Herof 2.0, FAH shifted towards hit-and-run tactics in remote areas of Balochistan. Officials said the province’s vast terrain, sparse population and long road networks are often exploited by militants who disguise themselves as civilians or shepherds, move through unmonitored routes and blend into local communities.
Authorities further said that the group carries out small-scale attacks, records videos of the incidents and amplifies them on social media to project an exaggerated image of success despite limited operational impact on the ground.
Security institutions, however, say counterterrorism operations across Balochistan have intensified significantly. More than 200 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) are reportedly being conducted daily throughout the province.
Officials said that over 45 terrorist were killed during operations carried out in the past two days alone. Over the last five months, more than 600 terrorists linked to FAH have allegedly been eliminated, including several senior commanders.
Among those named were Saqib Marri alias Sheeda, killed on February 2; Naeem alias Doctor, killed on March 5; Sohail Baloch alias Gurg Baloch, killed on March 17; Mehran Lashari, killed on April 25; and Sangat Salal alias Major Noora, killed on May 2.
Authorities added that efforts are underway to strengthen the capacity of the former Levies force, now integrated into the Balochistan Police, while technical surveillance and intelligence monitoring systems have also been expanded.
Officials further stated that after facing repeated operational failures, militant groups have increasingly targeted softer civilian sites, including goods transport vehicles, banks and labourers. Security sources also said that FAH have recently begun abducting local Baloch citizens as well, citing the kidnapping of the vice chancellor of Gwadar University as an example.
According to the report, these attacks on civilians and development-related activities have damaged the reputation of terrorist organisations among local communities. Authorities pointed to increased participation in pro-state engagement programmes and pro-Pakistan rallies as signs of growing public opposition to such groups.
The report also stated that Pakistan’s improving diplomatic position has unsettled hostile elements seeking to undermine the country through media campaigns and proxy networks.
Security officials maintained that the government and armed forces remain fully prepared to counter militant threats and continue operations against groups involved in violence and terrorism across the country.
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