QUETTA, Mar 05 (APP):Balochistan Chief Minister, Mir Sarfraz Bugti announced that 1,979 individuals, including 37 families of diplomats, have entered Pakistan through the Taftan Border Crossing as tensions continue in neighboring Iran.
In a statement shared on X, Sarfraz Bugti said the provincial government has placed all relevant departments on high alert and is fully prepared to respond to any developments arising from the evolving regional situation.
Sarfraz Bugti said that the influx of people including Pakistani citizens and foreign nationals continues through the Pakistan-Iran border. Authorities are providing all necessary assistance and facilities to those arriving at Taftan.
The provincial government has directed administrative and security institutions in border areas to ensure that the movement and processing of incoming individuals remain organized, secure, and efficient. Immigration officials, security personnel, and district administration teams are operating around the clock to prevent difficulties for those entering the country.
According to the chief minister, 37 families of diplomats are among the nearly 2,000 individuals who have crossed into Pakistan so far. All arrivals are being provided with guidance, logistical support, and essential services, while the provincial government continues to closely monitor the situation.
Sarfraz Bugti confirmed that the Balochistan government is in constant coordination with federal authorities to ensure adequate resources are available to manage any emergency scenario effectively. He emphasized that providing assistance on humanitarian grounds remains a key priority.
Authorities said that they will continue monitoring the situation at the Taftan crossing as arrivals from Iran persist amid ongoing regional tensions.