By: News Desk 92Pavilion | Updated: July 31, 2026
Quick Answer: Pakistan intelligence-based operations have reached 40,348 so far in 2026. DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry shared the figure at a press conference on July 31. Balochistan has seen the largest share of these operations, he said, with more than 31,000 conducted in the province over the past five years. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has seen thousands more.
A Nationwide Campaign, By the Numbers
ISPR laid out the scale of Pakistan’s fight against militancy in clear numbers at a high-profile briefing in Rawalpindi. Security forces have carried out 40,348 intelligence-based operations, or IBOs, across the country so far in 2026. That averages out to about 194 operations every day.
Chaudhry explained that these operations reflect a coordinated effort. The Pakistan Army, intelligence agencies, police, and other civil armed forces are working together to track, disrupt, and dismantle militant networks wherever they surface.
Balochistan at the Center of the Effort
Balochistan has borne the largest share of this campaign, according to the briefing. Security forces have conducted more than 31,000 intelligence-based operations in the province over the past five years, a figure that reflects the scale of the challenge there.
Chaudhry pushed back firmly against narratives suggesting Balochistan was slipping beyond state control. Such claims don’t reflect the reality on the ground, he said, maintaining that security forces remain actively engaged against militant elements across the province.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Share of the Fight
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa also featured prominently in the briefing. Chaudhry noted that security forces have launched thousands of operations there too, given the province’s continued exposure to militant activity along its border regions.
Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa together account for the bulk of Pakistan’s counterterrorism operations. That reflects where security priorities remain most concentrated right now.
What These Operations Have Achieved
Chaudhry shared results beyond the sheer volume of operations. Security forces have neutralized 2,084 confirmed terrorists so far this year, roughly 10 per day on average, a pace he described as unprecedented in scale.
The human toll of the ongoing conflict came up too. Pakistan has lost 819 people to terrorism-related incidents in 2026 alone, including 303 soldiers and 322 civilians.
A Broader Security Picture
Suicide bombings also featured in the briefing, with 28 recorded across the country so far this year, something Chaudhry flagged as a continuing concern. Cross-border involvement came up as well, with alleged Afghan nationals linked to recent attacks in Tank and Karachi.
Together, these numbers paint a picture of a sustained, high-tempo security campaign. Officials say it reflects both the scale of the threat and the state’s response to it.
What Comes Next
Operations are likely to continue at this pace, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The coming months should bring further updates on operational outcomes and the security situation in these high-priority regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many intelligence-based operations has Pakistan conducted in 2026?
Security forces have carried out 40,348 intelligence-based operations across the country so far this year, according to ISPR.
Which province has seen the most operations?
Balochistan has seen the largest share, with more than 31,000 operations conducted over the past five years.
How many terrorists have been neutralized this year?
ISPR reported 2,084 confirmed terrorists neutralized in 2026, averaging nearly 10 per day.
How many suicide bombings have occurred this year?
ISPR reported 28 suicide bombings across Pakistan so far in 2026.
This report is based on statements from ISPR and reporting from Pakistan Observer.
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