The recent arrest of Gulzar Imam, also known as Shambay, who was the leader of the banned Baloch National Army (BNA) in Pakistan, along with other operatives, has been hailed as a significant success by officials and analysts. Gulzar was reportedly linked to terrorist attacks and played a key role in the formation of Baloch Raji Aajoi Sangar, a group that helped unify Baloch separatist groups in Balochistan and remained its operational head. He also helped form the new militant BNA.
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The Inter-Services Public Relations, the media wing of the Pakistan army, stated in a press release on April 7 that Gulzar Imam, a hardcore militant involved in activities in Balochistan Province, was apprehended by the intelligence agency as a high-value target. The BNA has been responsible for several attacks in Pakistan, including those on Chinese nationals and army installations in Panjgur and Noshki, both in Balochistan. The BNA also claimed responsibility for bombings in Lahore and on the Jaffar Express between Balochistan and Peshawar.
Officials and analysts believe that Gulzar’s arrest is a significant development that could help in understanding his support network and linkages across borders, including in Afghanistan. It is seen as a blow to the BNA and other militant groups operating in Balochistan. The arrest of dozens of other operatives along with Gulzar is expected to help in identifying and breaking the support base of Baloch insurgents, and is seen as a testament to the resolve and ability of Pakistani law enforcement agencies to combat terrorism in the country.
The arrest of Gulzar Imam has been praised as a great achievement for Pakistan’s security agencies and law enforcement agencies, and it is hoped that it will contribute to efforts to counter terrorism and maintain security in the region.
