Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, visited Turbat on Tuesday following a suicide attack on a military convoy by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) that reportedly killed at least 47 security personnel and injured dozens.
Strict security measures were imposed across Turbat ahead of the visit, placing large parts of the city under what local sources described as a complete military lockdown.
The Frontier Corps (FC) and Pakistan Army reportedly sealed all routes from Taleemi Chowk to D-Baloch, blocking roads and encircling areas such as Overseas and Satellite Town.
Local sources reported additional troop deployments in surrounding areas, including Shahi Tump, Bahman, Dank, and Gogdan.
Residents faced widespread disruptions, with long queues of passenger vehicles forming on the D-Baloch road. Women, children, and the sick were reportedly stranded for hours due to heightened security checks.
Sources indicated that General Munir intended to inspect the attack site and meet wounded soldiers, though it remains unconfirmed whether these visits took place on Tuesday.
The BLA claimed that its Majeed Brigade — known for high-profile “Fidayee” missions — carried out the convoy attack on Saturday, saying one bus was “completely destroyed” and several other vehicles disabled.
Observers suggest that General Munir’s visit and the stringent security measures reflect the gravity of the Turbat attack and the ongoing challenges faced by Pakistani forces in the region.