In a horrifying incident of terrorism in Balochistan, nine innocent Punjabi passengers were dragged off a bus and brutally shot dead near Zhob.
The bus was traveling from Quetta to Lahore when it was stopped by armed militants. They pulled passengers off, selectively identified them, and executed nine of them on the spot.
All of the victims were Punjabis, according to initial reports. The attackers made sure to target them for their ethnic identity. This wasn’t random—it was a targeted ethnic massacre.
The Assistant Commissioner of Zhob, Naveed Alam, confirmed that the terrorists took the victims to another location and opened fire. The bodies were later moved to Rekhni hospital in Barkhan district.
The provincial spokesperson, Shahid Rind, strongly condemned the attack. He called it a direct act of terrorism backed by Fitna al-Hindustan, a term used for Indian-backed proxies operating in Pakistan.
“These were innocent people. The terrorists identified them as Punjabis, pulled them out, and shot them like animals,” said Rind.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also condemned the killings. He promised revenge and assured that the blood of innocent citizens would not be wasted.
“We will not let terrorists escape justice. This is war, and we will fight with unity and force,” he said.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti called it “open terrorism” and a war against the state. He vowed to crush every terror network linked with Indian-sponsored militancy.
But amid this bloodshed, a disturbing silence has filled the air.
Where are the so-called champions of Baloch rights now? Where are those who constantly speak up for Balochistan in media and human rights forums?
Why are people like Iman Mazari, Asad Toor, and others quiet today?
Why don’t they condemn the murder of these innocent Punjabis who were killed only for being Pakistani?
Why are groups like BYC, BSO, and BNP not speaking up now? They issue statements for the BLA and other separatists—but say nothing for the Punjabi victims of this horror.
This silence speaks louder than words.
The killing of guests and innocent civilians goes against every Baloch tradition. Baloch culture teaches honor, hospitality, and protection of life. These terrorists have not only killed people—they’ve insulted Baloch values.
This wasn’t just a terror attack. It was racism. It was a brutal message meant to divide the nation and break its unity.
But the people of Pakistan will not be divided.
The army, the state, and the people stand together. These martyrs will not be forgotten. The terrorists will be hunted down.
Let this be a moment of reflection for everyone. Especially for those who claim to speak for Balochistan.
If you can speak for insurgents, why can’t you speak for the murdered Punjabis?
Pakistan demands justice—not just from its government, but also from those who claim to care about humanity.
