In a detailed statement released to the media, Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch announced the successful conclusion of Operation Herof, a 20-hour long military campaign that resulted in significant losses for the Pakistan forces. The operation, marked by extraordinary bravery and self-sacrifice, saw the martyrdom of nine fidayeen from the BLA’s Majeed Brigade and one valiant fighter from the Fateh Squad, while inflicting heavy casualties on the Pak Army, with 130 personnel killed.
The spokesperson paid tribute to the self-sacrificing revolutionaries, beginning with Operational Commander Ghous Bakhsh Simalani, known as Talib, who led the attack on Bela Headquarters. Simalani, a dedicated freedom fighter from Turkhdi, Shahrag, had been associated with the BLA since 2019. He was the son of Meshedar Simalani, a revered BLA warrior who embraced martyrdom in November 2022 during a fierce battle against occupying Pak forces. Following the footsteps of his father and younger brother, both of whom sacrificed their lives for the cause, Ghous Bakhsh joined the Majeed Brigade in 2022. Despite being wounded early in the operation, he led his comrades with unparalleled courage, eliminating several soldiers and fighting for 20 hours before attaining martyrdom.
Among the martyrs was Sangat Mahil Baloch, also known as Zalan Kurd, a 22-year-old law student from Surbandar, Gwadar. Mahil, who joined the BLA in 2022, epitomized the revolutionary spirit of Baloch women. As the driver of an explosive-laden vehicle, she initiated the attack on the Army’s headquarters, allowing her fellow fighters to penetrate the camp. Her self-sacrifice was a powerful demonstration of the role women play in the Baloch liberation movement, proving that the struggle transcends gender and unites all Baloch people in the pursuit of freedom.
Another brave soul was Sangat Rizwan Baloch, known as Hammal, a 22-year-old revolutionary from Panwan, Gwadar. Rizwan joined the BLA and the Majeed Brigade in 2022. During Operation Herof, he courageously drove the second explosive-laden vehicle into the Bela Headquarters, disrupting the Pak Army and embracing martyrdom with honor.
BLA’s Fidayeen Martyrs
The spokesperson also honored the memory of Muhammad Baloch, known as Mirak, from Surab Tasp, Panjgur. Muhammad, a young fighter who joined the BLA in 2022, was part of the Majeed Brigade and fought for the liberation of his people with unwavering determination. His relative, Sangat Raees, had similarly sacrificed his life in the 2018 attack on the Chinese consulate in Karachi.
Sangat Fazal Gul Zehri, known as Shavez, from Pirshar, Zehri, Khuzdar, was a highly skilled sniper who joined the BLA in 2022. During the Bela camp attack, Fazal Gul displayed remarkable precision, taking out over a dozen soldiers with headshots, thereby enabling his comrades to advance.
The spokesperson also highlighted the valor of Sangat Tayab, known as Lala, from Ahmedwal, Noshki. A former Pak soldier, Tayab renounced his military position due to the realization of Baloch national oppression. He left his life abroad to join the BLA’s liberation struggle. During Operation Herof, he fought bravely until his ammunition was depleted, ultimately taking his own life to avoid capture, symbolizing the ultimate act of self-sacrifice for his people.
The youngest of the martyrs, Sangat Junaid Zehri, known as Kami, was a 20-year-old from Samwani, Zehri, Khuzdar. Despite his youth, Junaid’s dedication and combat skills made him an invaluable member of the Majeed Brigade. He fought continuously for over 20 hours during Operation Herof, earning a place of honor among his fellow revolutionaries.
BLA Commemorates Martyrs
Additionally, the BLA spokesperson remembered two more fidayeen from the Majeed Brigade, Muhammad Asif Nechari, known as Naveed, and Muhammad Bakhsh Simalani, known as Khalid. These brave fighters were en route to join their comrades in Bela when they encountered Pakistan forces in Mastung. After a fierce battle, during which they killed seven soldiers, both attained martyrdom, further demonstrating their unwavering commitment to the Baloch cause.
The spokesperson also paid tribute to the martyrdom of Sangat Shafqat Mengal, a courageous member of the BLA’s Fateh Squad. Shafqat, a student at Balochistan University and an active participant in Baloch student politics, joined the BLA in 2023 and quickly became a key figure in the organization due to his combat skills. He fought valiantly in the clashes with Pakistan forces in the Mastung area during Operation Herof.
The BLA reiterated its commitment to honoring the sacrifices of these self-sacrificing revolutionaries. The organization vowed to continue the struggle for an independent and sovereign Baloch homeland, ensuring that the dreams of these martyrs would one day be realized. Since 1948, Pak-occupied-Balochistan province has witnessed decades of unrest and a ruthless crackdown by Pak Army against the Baloch community. Therefore, pro-independence groups like BLA are engaged in armed struggle against the brutal occupation.