Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) chief Bashir Zeb has reportedly been poisoned and moved to India for medical treatment. The development comes amid growing internal divisions, leadership disputes and allegations of financial corruption within the militant organisation.
According to reports, Bashir Zeb was allegedly poisoned by someone from his close circle in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He was subsequently moved to India for treatment and reportedly sought refuge there. However, these claims have not been independently verified.
The reported incident has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his removal from the organisation’s top leadership. It remains unclear whether the development represents a planned leadership change or the result of an internal power struggle.
The reports also point to increasing disagreements between different factions within the BLA. Rival groups have reportedly accused each other of financial misconduct and misuse of organisational resources. Disputes over leadership and the organisation’s future direction have further increased tensions.
On November 3, 2026, the BLA’s Jeeyand faction announced that Bashir Zeb would no longer serve as its commander-in-chief. The organisation also announced an expanded role for its Senior Command Council. The council will reportedly manage organisational affairs until a new leader is appointed.
The faction claimed that senior commanders unanimously approved the leadership transition during a meeting on October 16, 2026. It described the decision as an effort to end permanent or hereditary leadership. The move was also presented as part of a broader organisational change.
Financial disputes have reportedly become another major source of disagreement. Allegations suggest that funds collected in the organisation’s name were transferred to Europe. Accounts linked to the dispute mention alleged assets and financial connections involving associates in Stockholm, Sweden, and Paris, France.
These claims have reportedly increased resentment among rival elements. Disagreements reportedly concern financial accountability, resource distribution and the alleged accumulation of personal wealth. However, the financial allegations require independent verification.
Other reports have raised concerns about the alleged treatment and use of Baloch women in activities associated with the organisation. Some accounts suggest internal dissatisfaction over their alleged exploitation for organisational and militant purposes. These serious claims have not been independently established.
The reported failure of the much-publicised ‘Herof 3’ campaign has also allegedly contributed to frustration. Some elements reportedly questioned the results despite substantial resources being allocated to its preparations.
Bashir Zeb belongs to the Hasni tribe and comes from Nushki district in Balochistan. Before joining the BLA around 2012, he was involved in student politics. He also served as chairman of the Baloch Students Organisation-Azad (BSO-Azad).
He assumed the organisation’s top leadership position following the death of his brother, Aslam Baloch, in December 2018. During his leadership, the BLA carried out several attacks against Pakistani security personnel and civilians in Balochistan.
The organisation also conducted coordinated operations under the name Herof. These operations reportedly resulted in heavy losses among BLA militants.
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The latest reports of poisoning, leadership changes and financial disputes highlight growing uncertainty within the organisation. However, claims surrounding Bashir Zeb’s alleged poisoning and transfer to India remain unconfirmed.
