The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Sindh has thwarted a major terrorist plot during a high-risk operation, seizing more than 2,000 kilograms of highly dangerous explosives. The operation has been hailed as timely and decisive by security agencies, with three terrorists arrested in connection. Additional IG CTD Zulfiqar Larik and DIG CTD Azfar Mahesar revealed in a press conference that the terrorists were planning large-scale attacks in Karachi, but timely action prevented a major disaster.
According to DIG CTD Azfar Mahesar, the explosives were hidden in the Rais Goth area. During the intelligence-based operation, a truck, over 30 large drums, and five cylinders were recovered, totaling more than 2,000 kilograms of explosives. Authorities said the haul included commercial-grade explosives, which were later safely neutralized.