Commander Danish, a senior figure associated with the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), has reportedly been neutralized by unknown assailants in Chabahar, Iran, security sources confirmed on Sunday. Danish was regarded as an important operational commander within the group’s so-called Fitna al Hindustan faction, which has been involved in orchestrating attacks against security forces, civilians, and vital infrastructure in Pakistan. His elimination is being seen as a significant blow to the BLA’s operational network in the region.
According to intelligence assessments, Danish had been coordinating cross-border movements and facilitating safe havens for militants while exploiting Iranian territory for logistical and financial purposes. Security officials believe his presence in Chabahar was tied to efforts aimed at regrouping BLA cadres after recent setbacks inside Pakistan.
While the exact circumstances of his death remain unclear, officials note that the targeting of Danish underscores the growing pressure on separatist networks operating outside Pakistan. “The removal of such elements reflects the narrowing space for anti-Pakistan groups that have long attempted to destabilize our country through terrorism and separatist violence,” an official remarked.
The BLA has been designated as a terrorist organization by Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, owing to its involvement in violent campaigns aimed at undermining Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Analysts say the incident in Chabahar highlights the fragile position of Baloch separatist leaders who have sought refuge abroad while orchestrating bloodshed inside Pakistan. The elimination of Commander Danish adds to the series of recent blows suffered by the group, diminishing its capacity to operate freely across the region.
