Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
Attacked a train carrying over 400 passengers, taking hostages and threatening to kill them if demands weren't met.
Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
Designated as a terrorist organization by Pakistani authorities and several Western countries.
Pakistani Security Forces
Sent security forces and helicopters to rescue hostages.
Pakistani Security Forces
Reportedly killed 16 militants.
At least 100 passengers were freed.
17 injured passengers were admitted to hospital.
Passengers
Hostage Experience
Negative
Experienced intense fear and panic during the attack.
Spokesman reported "intense firing" at the train.
Yet to communicate with anyone on the train due to lack of communication in the area.
Reported that at least 16 militants were killed and 100 passengers were freed.
Reported on the militants' threat to kill hostages if demands weren't met.
Muhammad Bilal
Hostage Experience
Negative
Described the escape as terrifying.
Allahditta
Hostage Experience
Neutral
Recalled the panic among passengers when attackers stormed the train.
Reported that 86 passengers managed to disembark the train.
Unable to contact family members on the train.
Relatives of Passengers
Hostage Situation
Negative
Expressed anxiety and worry about their loved ones.