People of Balochistan more patriotic than us’, Omar Ayub tells lawmakers in NA
Omar Ayub Highlights the Deep Patriotism of Balochistan's People in National Assembly Address
Political Unrest in Balochistan Amid August 26 Terror Attacks
The political landscape of Balochistan faces turmoil following recent terror attacks and the resignation of veteran lawmaker Sardar Akhtar Mengal.
Omar Ayub: Baloch People Are “More Patriotic” Than the Rest of the Country
Opposition leader Omar Ayub praises the patriotism of the Baloch people, emphasizing the need for serious attention to their grievances.
Call for a Fact-Finding Mission to Balochistan
Ayub demands the formation of a committee to assess the situation of the province, urging lawmakers to take Mengal’s resignation seriously.
Akhtar Mengal Resigns from National Assembly Citing Pakistan’s largest province Worsening Situation
BNP-M chief Akhtar Mengal resigns, expressing no confidence in the state and its leadership due to the deteriorating conditions in then province.
Lack of Trust in the System: Mengal’s Heartfelt Address
Mengal shares his frustration over the government’s disregard for the ongoing issue of the province’s issues, leading to his resignation from the National Assembly.
Ayub Criticizes Government’s Inaction Towards Balochistan
Omar Ayub points out the government’s reluctance to engage with Balochistan’s people, calling for dialogue and resource rights for the province.
Government’s Disinterest in Balochistan: A Federation at Risk
Ayub warns of the consequences if the federal government continues to ignore the province issues, hinting at external influences on government decisions.
PTI Leader Highlights Persecution Faced by His Party
Omar Ayub also addresses the challenges faced by PTI members, including the imprisonment of their leader, Imran Khan, and other party members.
What happened in Balochistan?
Balochistan, on August 26, was marred by a series of horrific attacks that resulted in over 50 deaths, including 14 security personnel, as militants affiliated with the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) targeted civilians, police, and security forces.
In one of the deadliest attacks, at least 23 passengers were killed after being offloaded from passenger buses and trucks in the Rarasham area of Musakhel.
Separately, at least 10 people, including police and Levies personnel, were martyred in a gun attack in Kalat.
Furthermore, at least 14 brave sons of soil, including 10 security forces soldiers and four personnel of law enforcement agencies (LEAs), were martyred in clearance operations, wherein at least 21 militants were neutralized.
