Balochistan Home Minister Mir Ziaullah Langove escaped unhurt after his convoy came under an armed attack in Pakistan's Mastung district on Friday, officials said.
The attack took place in the Khad Kocha area as Langove was travelling from Quetta to Kalat, Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind said.
Six People Injured
Six people, including three police personnel, were injured in the attack. Two of the injured police officers were reportedly in serious condition and were shifted to a hospital in Quetta.
"Six people were injured in the attack, but the minister remained unhurt and the convoy has returned to Quetta," Rind said.
Security Forces Launch Search Operation
Security forces cordoned off the area following the attack and launched a search operation to track down those responsible.
A senior police official said all six victims sustained bullet injuries, including three police personnel.
The Khad Kocha area has emerged as a security challenge for authorities, with Friday's incident marking the fourth attack on travellers along the same highway since last month, officials said.
Security forces had previously conducted a major clean-up operation in the area following a series of attacks. However, insurgents struck again despite the security measures.
The latest attack comes amid continued security concerns in Balochistan, where militant groups have carried out attacks on security personnel, officials and civilians.
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