Baloch Liberation Army strength and strategy against Pakistan Army explained

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), an armed separatist group active in Pakistan’s Balochistan region, is estimated to have between 600 and 3,000 fighters. Security analysts believe the group operates through small, flexible units rather than a large, centralized force, allowing it to sustain operations despite pressure from Pakistan’s security forces.

The BLA is said to rely on guerrilla-style tactics, focusing on targeted attacks and avoiding prolonged direct confrontations with the Pakistan Army. Instead of holding territory, the group reportedly emphasizes mobility, surprise, and knowledge of local terrain. This approach is aimed at offsetting the numerical and technological superiority of the Pakistani military.

Experts note that the BLA’s strategy also involves spreading its fighters across different pockets of Balochistan, making it harder for security forces to neutralize the group in a single operation. The organisation is believed to draw support from local networks, which help it with movement and logistics, though exact details remain unclear.

Pakistan has consistently described the BLA as a banned militant organisation and claims it is taking strong action to dismantle its network. Meanwhile, the BLA continues to project itself as a resistance movement, stating that its actions are part of a broader struggle for Baloch rights and autonomy.