SKARDU: Militants demanding the release of their accomplices from jail have kidnapped a Gilgit-Baltistan minister from Babusar Road, police sources said Saturday.
The sources told Geo News that Senior GB Minister Abaidullah Baig was on his way from Islamabad to Gilgit when abducted by the terrorists.
Baig was elected from Hunza 6 on a PTI ticket.
Former GB government spokesperson Faizullah told the TV channel that he spoke to Abaidullah Baig and talks were underway with militants for his release.
Faizullah said he was present at the Jirga where negotiations are held with militants.
“Religious figures and elders are also here in Thak Jal,” he added.
