The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) strongly condemned the deadly armed attack on a group of musicians near Kalat. The artists were traveling from Karachi to Quetta to attend a wedding when the attack occurred. Initial reports indicate that three qawwals were killed on the spot, while 13 others were injured.

The HRCP called the violence a cowardly and indiscriminate act against innocent people, emphasizing the cultural significance of the artists. They termed such aggression an attack on the heritage of society.

The commission expressed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. They demanded an immediate and thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.