Pakistan Train Hijack: 9 bogies still imprisoned 100 lives, over 100 hostage, 16 terrorists; Every update of Balochistan train hijack

Balochistan train hijack rescue update: The lives of more than 100 people who were still held hostage are in captivity in the train, which was hijacked in Balochistan, Pakistan. More than 24 hours have passed since the train hijacked. The rescue operation of the Pakistan Security Force personnel is going on continuously to get rid of those held hostage. Meanwhile, Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind has given information about the success achieved so far in the rescue operation. According to Shahid Rind, 80 hostages have been rescued so far. But the media report has revealed the release of 104 hostages.

Major updates of rescue operation of train hijacked in Balochistan

• However, it has been revealed by quoting media reports that more than 100 hostages have been freed from the hijacked train so far. According to the report, 104 hostages have been freed.
• Here the statement of Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Balochistan train hijack has also come out. Shahbaz Sharif said, ‘The operation will be successful, will eliminate terrorists’.
• News agency IANS has informed about the death of 16 terrorists in the Balochistan train hijack incident. However, this number is still 13 in the official data.

80 passengers rescued from hijack train

Balochistan government spokesman Shahid Rind said, “80 passengers have been rescued by security forces. It includes 43 men, 26 women and 11 children. 13 Terrorists have been killed.” Earlier, information about the murder of 30 Pakistani soldiers was revealed by the Balochistan Liberation Army.

500 passengers were riding on Jafar Express with 9 coaches

It is known that on Tuesday, the Jafar Express going from Quetta to Peshawar was hijacked by the Baloch Liberation Army. There were about 500 passengers in this train with nine coaches. Jafar Express was going from Quetta to Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when he was firing between Gudlar and Piru Konari areas on Tuesday morning.

Encounter continues between security forces and terrorists

Balochistan government spokesman Shahid Rind said that about 400 passengers are still on the train, which is inside the tunnel. He said that the encounter between security forces and terrorists is going on. Rind said that the rescue team has been sent to the spot amid reports of “fierce” firing on the passenger train going to Peshawar.

The Balochistan Liberation Army brought the Pakistani Army to his knees this time!#Pakistan , #Balochistan pic.twitter.com/ldaswwfhbn

– NDTV India (@ndtvindia) March 12, 2025

Emergency desk built at Quetta railway station

Meanwhile, Pakistan Railway has set up an emergency desk at Quetta railway station as anxious relatives are arriving to gather information about their loved ones.

No casualties or injuries have been reported officially, but a senior police officer has confirmed that an emergency has been declared and additional security forces have been deployed at the scene.

Know who is Baloch rebel?
Baloch rebel is an active armed group in the Balochistan province of Pakistan, which demands autonomy or full freedom of Baloch people. Their most prominent organization is Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). This organization has been constantly struggling against the government and the army since the 2000s.

Balochistan is rich in natural resources such as gas, copper and gold, but Baloch people allege that the Government of Pakistan exploits them and deprives them of development. The rebellion in Balochistan began with the formation of Pakistan in 1947. When Baluch leaders opposed the merger. In 1948, there was a widespread revolt in this part.

Explosion took place at Quetta railway station in November 2024

In October last year, Pakistan Railways had announced the restoration of rail services between Quetta and Peshawar after suspension of more than one and a half months. Balochistan has seen an increase in attacks of extremists in the last one year. At least 26 people were killed and 62 others were injured in a suicide blast at Quetta railway station in November 2024.

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