Seven Police Martyred, Five Militants Killed in D.I. Khan Terror Attack

On night 10/11 October 2025, in a cowardly terrorist attack, Khwarij belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al Khwarij targeted Police Training School in Dera Ismail Khan District.

The assailants attempted to breach the perimeter security, however, their nefarious designs were swiftly foiled by the vigilant and resolute response of Law Enforcement Agencies personnel deployed on duty. In their desperation, the attackers rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the gate.

Displaying unwavering courage and professional excellence, Police personnel engaged the intruders, eliminating three khwarij belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Khwarij. While cornering remaining two intruding khwarij in a building complex who were later neutralised by Security Forces in a deliberate clearance operation with precision.

In this intense exchange of fire, Six brave Policemen including Trainees, after putting up a heroic fight, embraced Shahadat in the line of duty, while twelve Policemen and one innocent civilian also got injured. During this heinous attack Khwarij attacked the mosque inside School complex and not only desecrated the Holy Place of worship but also barbarically killed Imam Masjid; an innocent civilian who was performing the duties of Imam Masjid at school.

The sanitization operations in the area would continue and perpetrators of this heinous and cowardly act will be brought to justice. The security forces alongside Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan in step with nation remain steadfast in their resolve to eradicate Indian sponsored terrorism from the country and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers and innocent civilians further strengthen our unwavering commitment of safeguarding our nation at all costs.

Earlier, a major terrorist attack on the Police Training School in Dera Ismail Khan was successfully repelled late Friday night, but not without tragedy. According to police and official sources, five terrorists were killed, while seven police personnel were martyred in the attack.

The attack began around 8:30 PM when terrorists, including a suicide bomber, attempted to storm the Police Training School by detonating explosives near the building. An intense exchange of fire followed, lasting over an hour.

DSP Hafiz Muhammad Adnan confirmed that the joint operation was carried out by police and security forces and was completed late at night. He stated that all five terrorists were killed during the operation.

According to the Director General of Public Relations Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, more than 200 police officers and recruits were safely rescued, and both the Police Training School and the nearby NADRA office were cleared.

Meanwhile, 13 injured personnel were taken to the DHQ Trauma Center, where hospital officials confirmed the critical condition of at least one individual.

Earlier reports mentioned three attackers, but later updates confirmed five terrorists were involved, including one suicide bomber.

Following the incident, security has been heightened across the city, with strict checking at all entry and exit points. A search operation is ongoing to ensure complete safety in the area.

Authorities have launched a full investigation into the attack.