Major Security Forces Success: Arrested Militant Habibullah Makes Startling Disclosures

Khuzdar — Habibullah, an alleged militant associated with the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), referred to as Fitna al-Hindustan, has reportedly made significant disclosures following his arrest during a successful security forces operation. His confessional statement details alleged internal abuses, financial exploitation, and the recruitment and radicalization of young people through false slogans and promises.

Key Highlights

• Identity of the Arrested Militant: Habibullah belongs to the Seranduh area of Ornach tehsil in Khuzdar district.
• Financial Exploitation: He claimed that he was used to carry out attacks against fellow Baloch citizens in exchange for only Rs25,000.
• Alleged BYC Connection: Habibullah said he was identified during Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) protest sit-ins and was later recruited into a militant network.
• Blackmail and Entrapment: According to his statement, recruits are threatened with death if they attempt to leave the organization, while militants are allegedly forced to loot nearby villages because proper food supplies are not provided at the camps.

Recruitment Process and Military Training

In his confessional statement, Habibullah said that he was unemployed when he was recruited through false promises and financial incentives.

He claimed that he was initially taken to Chanal Dasht, where he underwent ideological indoctrination, and was subsequently transferred to the Sargarh camp for formal military training.

“At the Sargarh camp, I was trained to operate modern weapons and explosives and to carry out ambush attacks. I was also taught how to conceal my identity and escape after attacks.”

— Habibullah, arrested militant

Involvement in Militant Activities

Habibullah reportedly admitted direct involvement in several attacks and logistical operations.

Attack or LocationNature of Alleged InvolvementKhuzdar Police CheckpostTwo innocent civilians were killed during an exchange of fire.Bela and Khuzdar AttacksHe claimed he received only Rs25,000 after completing the operations.Sanaro Camp and NalResponsible for transporting weapons, ammunition, medicines, and food supplies.

Alleged BYC Involvement and Conditions in Militant Camps

According to authorities, Habibullah’s statement has exposed alleged links between BYC protest sit-ins and militant recruitment networks.

He claimed that several young people were attracted by promises of employment and a better future, but were later trapped through threats and blackmail.

Reported Reality of Militant Camps

• Death Threats for Defection: Individuals attempting to leave the organization and return to civilian life are allegedly threatened with death or killed.
• Looting of Villages: The camps reportedly lack a regular food supply system, forcing militants to loot poor residents of nearby villages for basic provisions.
• Recruitment Through Proxy Platforms: Platforms such as BYC are alleged to be used to identify and recruit potential fighters under the cover of protest demonstrations.

Security analysts said that Habibullah’s reported confession demonstrates how militant organizations and their alleged facilitators exploit and mislead Baloch youth while damaging regional peace, security, and economic stability.