As many as seven Levies personnel were martyred while over 10 others injured in an attack on a checkpoint in Johan area of Kalat on Saturday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Initial reports said Levies personnel were targeted in a bomb-and-gun attack, while the exact nature of the assault was still under investigation.
Authorities have cordoned off the area and begun a probe into the incident.
It is worth mentioning here that a few days ago, 27 people had lost their lives while dozens were injured in a suicide attack at Quetta Railway Station.
Interior Minister Naqvi condemns attack
Strongly condemning the incident of terrorism, Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi paid rich tributes to the Levies personnel who were martyred in the incident.
He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. “We salute these martyrs who are our pride,” the minister said.