A curfew has remained in force for several days in the city of Noshki as Pakistani forces continue large-scale operations, with residents reporting movement restrictions, property demolitions, and heightened security presence across populated areas.
According to local sources, authorities have ordered all shops to remain closed and instructed residents to stay inside their homes as a significant deployment of security personnel advances through different parts of the city. Reports claim that several houses have been demolished during the operation, while locals allege harassment due to the heavy presence of forces in residential neighborhoods.
Former senator Sanaullah Baloch of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) strongly condemned what he described as the demolition of a guesthouse belonging to Haji Bahadur Khan Mengal, a senior party leader and member of the BNP Central Executive Committee, as well as alleged harassment targeting members of the Hindu community in Noshki.
In a statement, he said such actions were contrary to political traditions and risk undermining social harmony. He added that the sacrifices and public service of the family of Sardar Aziz Ahmed Mengal were widely recognized, noting that their residences had historically promoted tribal values and public welfare. He described reported actions against homes belonging to the Hindu community as deeply concerning.
The statement further criticized what it called contradictions between public service claims by authorities and what the party alleges is increasing mistreatment of political workers, tribal elders, and ordinary residents. The BNP called for immediate notice of the incidents, an end to alleged excesses carried out in the name of security, and restraint from policies that could foster mistrust and social division. The party also demanded an end to what it described as discriminatory treatment against the Hindu community.
Former senator Yousaf Badini also expressed concern over the reported demolition of the aforementioned guesthouse. He described Haji Mir Bahadur Khan Mengal as a respected public figure known for efforts to resolve tribal disputes and said harassment against him was unjustified.
Observers note that similar demolitions have previously been reported, including the destruction of ancestral homes linked to individuals accused by authorities of involvement in armed activities, among them the residence associated with Baloch Liberation Army leader Bashir Zeb Baloch.
The ongoing security situation follows developments beginning on January 31, when the Baloch Liberation Army claimed it had taken control of Noshki as part of the second phase of its “Operation herof.” The group stated that it maintained a presence in the city for six days before announcing the end of the operation, during which it claimed to have targeted multiple Pakistani military camps and an ISI headquarters and alleged casualties among security personnel.
Authorities have yet to issue a comprehensive statement addressing the reported demolitions, curfew measures, or allegations raised by political leaders and residents. Meanwhile, local families say daily life in Noshki remains severely disrupted as restrictions continue.