ISPR sources say there are still at least three militants hiding within the college premises. But, they are not anywhere near the students’ residential block, say officials.
Terrorists attempted to storm the college on Monday morning, according to a statement issued by the ISPR the same day. The attack began with a suicide explosion at the main entrance, injuring 15 civilians and four security personnel, said the paramilitary force initially. The injured security officials were identified as Naib Subedar Tabish, Lance Havaldar Shakeel, and soldiers Abdullah and Waqas.
Officials confirmed that security forces responded swiftly, engaging the attackers before they could enter the college premises. In the ensuing exchange of fire, two terrorists were killed. A clearance and search operation was then launched in the surrounding area.
Read: Two terrorists killed as security forces foil suicide attack at Cadet College Wana
On Tuesday, it emerged that around 650 people were still stranded in the college. Independent media platform The Khorosan Diaries wrote on X that the security forces are currently devising a plan to evacuate the students. According to ISPR, 115 students have been rescued out of a total of 525.
UPDATE: There are at total of 537 students present in the Cadet College, of which 137 have been already evacuated.
The remaining children are stuck within the college due to crossfire. However, they have not been taken hostage, but have remained blocked in the clashes as the… https://t.co/zVbOfsj8Kr
— The Khorasan Diary (@khorasandiary) November 11, 2025
Authorities clarified that the students have not been taken hostage but remain confined to their dormitories, as attackers occupy the administration block opposite the student block, Khorasan Diaries wrote on X.