An anti-terrorism court in Balochistan sentenced an alleged facilitator of banned militant groups to 14 years in prison. Authorities identified the convict as Sajid Ahmad. The court announced the verdict on Monday following terrorism-related charges.
According to officials, security forces arrested Ahmad during an operation in Panjgur. They also claimed to have recovered weapons and explosive materials from his possession. Prosecutors presented the evidence before the anti-terrorism court during the trial.
Court Cites Terrorism and Arms Charges
Authorities alleged that Ahmad facilitated members of the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), and what officials described as Fitna al-Hindustan.
They further claimed he recruited and encouraged students to join banned organisations. Investigators alleged he used the Baloch Solidarity Committee for recruitment activities.
Officials also claimed Ahmad remained in contact with networks they described as Indian-sponsored. Furthermore, investigators alleged he received instructions to prepare a vehicle for a suicide attack. However, the court’s detailed judgment has not been made public.
Additional Sentence Under Arms Law
In addition to the 14-year prison sentence, the court awarded Ahmad another seven years under the Balochistan Arms Act. The additional punishment relates to the arms-related offences presented during the proceedings.
Authorities said the verdict highlighted alleged links between the Baloch Solidarity Committee and banned armed organisations. However, independent verification of those allegations was not immediately available. The case remains part of Pakistan’s broader counterterrorism efforts in Balochistan.
