Business Recorder
Unidentified assailants attacked the Darigwan site of National Resources Limited (NRL) in Balochistan on Tuesday evening, prompting a swift response from security forces who have since secured the area and launched a clearance operation. “At approximately 17:45 hours on 22 April 2026, the National Resources Limited Darigwan Area site was attacked by unidentified miscreants,” the company said in a statement. “Security forces, including the Frontier Corps, responded promptly and have secured the area. A clearance and sweep operation is currently underway to ensure the safety of personnel and assets.” The company shared that NRL remains committed to the development and empowerment of local communities in Balochistan. Currently, over 90% of the workforce at the Darigwan site comprises individuals from Balochistan, it added. NRL receives licence for exploration of minerals in Chagai “NRL is closely coordinating with law enforcement authorities and will provide further updates as more information becomes available. The safety and security of our employees and operations remain our highest priority,” said the company. NRL is a 100% Pakistani private-owned company, registered in Quetta and formed as a joint venture between Fatima Fertilizer, Liberty Mills and Lucky Cement to develop large-scale mining opportunities in the province of Balochistan. NRL has acquired two mining leases in Balochistan. One is for copper and gold, and the other has prospects for lead and zinc.
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