Sources said the attackers belonged to the proscribed Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and were neutralized while trying to gain entry into the port complex.
A large contingent of security forces responded to the attack and foiled the attempt by the attackers to enter the complex, added sources. While the operation was ongoing, the local police established a cordon around the area.
Earlier it was reported that a heavy exchange of fire was ongoing and multiple explosions were heard in the area.