Asghar Achakzai
Asghar Achakzai is a notable leader of the Awami National Party (ANP) in Pakistan, recognized for his political activism and dedication to the Pashtun community. He has played a significant role in advocating for social and political issues affecting his constituents. In recent news, he was reported as one of the political leaders who narrowly escaped a deadly suicide attack during a BNP-Mengal public meeting, an incident that has raised concerns over the safety of politicians in Balochistan.
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Eyewitness Asghar Achakzai, a local reporter, told Dawn that the powerful explosion left bodies mangled and body parts scattered.
Afghan repatriation resumes after Chaman blast - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-09-20
Eyewitness Asghar Achakzai described the aftermath of the explosion in Chaman.
Six lives lost as bomb rips through taxi stand at Balochistan’s Chaman border - PakistanPakistan· 2025-09-19Asghar Achakzai is an ANP leader who was also unhurt in the suicide attack.
Quetta police arrest ‘over 100’ protesters for violating Section 144, shutting shops and highways - PakistanPakistan· 2025-09-08
Asghar Achakzai remained unhurt in the suicide attack as he had left the venue just a few minutes before the blast.
Strike in Balochistan today against BNP-M rally attack - PakistanPakistan· 2025-09-08