Protesters continued to block Quetta's Airport Road outside BA Mall on Monday after a deadly armed clash in the Hanna Urak area left four men dead and several others injured. Demonstrators placed the body of one deceased on the road and staged a sit-in, disrupting traffic on one of the city's busiest routes. They insisted they would continue their protest until authorities took concrete action against the attackers.
Violence Erupts in Hanna Urak
According to local sources, the violence erupted when unidentified armed men confronted local tribesmen and residents in Hanna Urak. The incident sparked outrage among residents, who accused authorities of failing to maintain law and order. Protesters called for a full-scale operation against armed groups and demanded lasting security arrangements to prevent further attacks.
Official Response and Negotiations
Political leaders and key government officials, including Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, visited the injured and affected families, as well as members of the local community. Expressing solidarity with the residents, they condemned the violence and said innocent people should not be forced to live under the constant threat of armed attacks. They assured the community that their concerns would be raised with relevant authorities and pledged to support efforts aimed at improving security and bringing those responsible to justice.
Protest Continues
The protest is still ongoing, and officials are continually holding negotiations with demonstrators to reopen Airport Road and restore normal traffic flow. The demonstrators have vowed to remain until their demands are met, including the immediate arrest of those responsible for the deadly clash.
