At least two people lost their lives while six others sustained injuries in a Quetta explosion near Nawan Killi on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The blast rocked the outskirts of the Balochistan capital, triggering an immediate response from security forces and rescue teams.
Immediate Response on Ground
Law enforcement agencies and rescue teams rushed to the scene within minutes. The injured were shifted to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Security forces cordoned off the area and launched an investigation. Authorities have yet to determine the exact nature of the blast.
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Ongoing Security Concerns
The attack comes amid rising terrorism incidents across Balochistan. Militants have repeatedly targeted security forces, civilians, and public infrastructure. Since the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan in 2021, Pakistan has experienced a surge in cross-border terrorism, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
In January 2025 alone, Pakistan saw a 42% rise in terrorist attacks compared to the previous month. According to the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), 74 militant incidents occurred nationwide, resulting in 91 deaths and 117 injuries.
Recent Surge in Violence
Just a day earlier, terrorists attacked the residence of the deputy commissioner in Sorab city, Khuzdar. Additional Deputy Commissioner Hidayat Buledi was martyred in the assault, reportedly carried out by militants from the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The attackers looted a commercial bank and set fire to homes of government officials.
Security forces launched a large-scale clearance operation involving Frontier Corps, police, and Levies.
Ongoing Threats from External Actors
Intelligence sources claim that India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) has reactivated its proxies in Balochistan. These groups, including BLA and Fitna-al-Khawarij, are allegedly being used to incite violence in areas like Gwadar, Khuzdar, and Quetta.
In April, ISPR’s Director General presented what he described as undeniable evidence of India’s involvement in state-sponsored terrorism within Pakistan, warning of increased threats in the months ahead.
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