Punjab Police Thwart Terrorist Attack in Dera Ghazi Khan

The Punjab Police successfully thwarted a terrorist attack in Taunsa Sharif, Dera Ghazi Khan, killing two armed insurgents during a fierce gun battle. The attackers, equipped with hand grenades and heavy weapons, engaged the police, resulting in injuries to SHO Sadiq Burmani and Constable Muzammil Nazir. This incident marked the fourth failed attempt by militants to assault police checkpoints along the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa border. Intelligence agencies had alerted police about potential terrorist infiltration, prompting heightened security measures. Following the confrontation, senior police officials visited the injured officers at the hospital, while the IGP commended the police for their bravery and swift response. A comprehensive search operation is currently underway in the area to ensure ongoing security.