Punjab Police Thwart Major Terrorist Attack, Arrest 15 Militants

In a significant operation, Punjab police have arrested 15 terrorists from banned outfits including Daesh and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan. The terrorists, intending to target key provincial installations, were apprehended in multiple cities, along with explosives and ammunition. The operation follows last month’s arrest of 44 alleged terrorists.

In a major crackdown, Punjab police have successfully thwarted a significant terrorist plot by arresting 15 militants from various banned organizations. Among those apprehended are members of Daesh (ISIS), Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), revealing a coordinated plan to target critical infrastructure across the province.

The arrests were made during intelligence-based operations in multiple cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad, among others. Authorities recovered substantial explosive materials and weapons from the suspects, including 5977 grams of explosives, an IED bomb, a 30 bore pistol, and various prohibited ammunition.

This operation follows a previous raid last month where 44 terrorists associated with ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan were detained. The ongoing efforts underscore the relentless pursuit by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) to neutralize threats and ensure public safety.