QUETTA: Two prominent militant commanders from Balochistan have recently surrendered with two youths recruited into militant groups and pledged to join the national mainstream, rejecting the path of violence.
At a press conference in Quetta on Friday, former commanders of the banned Balochistan Republican Party (BRP) Najibullah and Abdul Rashid announced their withdrawal from the so -called Baloch independence movement. He was accompanied by Balochistan Minister Mir Zahoor Balidi, Chief Minister’s Advisor to Mina Majeed Baloch and DIGCTD Aitzaz Ahmed Goraya.
Najibullah, who has been a part of terrorist organizations for more than 14 years, shared his experiences and revealed how he was manipulated as a young man and joined the militant group. Brian washed. He expressed regret over being used by external forces to air instability in Pakistan, saying, “The so -called fighters in the mountains do not get even a day’s meal, while the terrorist commander overseas. Countries live in luxury and ignore us. “
He emphasized that many young Balochs are now trying to join the mainstream in hope of a better future. Najibullah also said that his past commanders, including Dr. Allah Nazar, Bashir Zeb and Brahmadagh Bugti, lived a comfortable life abroad and attracted them and other youths to terrorism. He called on the government to facilitate more youth to return to the national level.
Abdul Rashid, also known as Goddess or Kamash, shared his journey in 2009, from joining the Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) to becoming a senior commander. After understanding the reality of terrorist organizations, Rashid decided to separate and surrendered to the government. He thanked the state for giving them the opportunity to merge them again.
The decision to abandon the violence of two former commanders is being seen as an important step to reduce extremism in Balochistan. The provincial government welcomed them to surrender, Minister Zahoor Balidi urged other misguided people to return on the right path.
In addition, a recently recruited militant group, Jangiz Khan, also expressed his remorse after promising money and a motorcycle to fight against the Pakistani army. It has also decided to join the mainstream and give up the path of militancy.
The state’s successful strategy is expected to join and restore these militants that more Balochistan’s youth will be encouraged to abandon violence and work for a peaceful future.
