DERA BUGTI: Nine militants, including their commander Wadero Abdullah, laid down their arms in Dera Bugti on Saturday.
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ccording to sources, they were allegedly involved in attacks on security forces and anti-state activities. “They have now pledged to work for the safety and secur
ity of Pakistan as they have realised that enemies of the country were
working to destabilise Balochistan,” added sources.
Meanwhile, Vicky Kumar, son of former Senator Heman Das was freed safely 108 days after his abduction. A
ccording to details his release was the result of the efforts by tribal elders. He was brought to Dera Murad Jami by tribal leader Shaukat Bangulzai and others. His release sent a wave of happiness among relatives and the Hindu community. Hindus also held special prayers at their temples after hearing the news.
His fa
ther Heman Das, former president of the PTI Minority Wing Sanjay Kumar Pa
njwani and others thanked the political and tribal leaders as well as the ulemas for their efforts in release of Vicky Kumar.
Published in Daily Times, September 17th 2017.
