Web Desk — October 30, 2025
Naseerabad: Unidentified assailants opened fire on the Jaffar Express passenger train near Nuttall Railway Station in Balochistan’s Naseerabad district on Wednesday evening, sources confirmed.
The train, en route from Quetta to Peshawar, came under attack as it passed through the area. Security personnel on board promptly returned fire, forcing the attackers to flee the scene. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
Following a thorough clearance of the site, the train was cleared to continue its journey to Peshawar without further delay. In response, security forces have initiated a comprehensive search operation in the surrounding areas to apprehend those responsible for the incident.
This attack highlights ongoing security challenges along key transport routes in Balochistan, with authorities vowing to enhance vigilance to ensure safe travel. Further investigations are underway to identify the perpetrators and their motives.
