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Explosion in Balochistan: Suicide Attack Claims Dozens of Lives
Explosion in Balochistan: At least 52 people killed in a devastating incident, a suicide attack in Balochistan, Pakistan. More than 130 people injured in that attack. The explosion took place in close proximity to a mosque in Balochistan’s Mastung district. Where a religious congregation had gathered to observe the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad.
A “Massive” Explosion in Balochistan: Eyewitness Account
Mastung Assistant Commissioner Atta Ul Munim described the impact of the blast as “massive,”. It underscores the severity of the tragedy. Among the casualties was Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Nawaz Gashkori, who was on duty for a scheduled religious rally in the area.
A senior police officer, as reported by Reuters, revealed that the suicide bomber targeted the vehicle of Deputy Superintendent of Police Nawaz Gashkori, leading to a catastrophic detonation.
No Claim of Responsibility
Despite the devastating nature of the incident, no individual or group has claimed responsibility for this heinous attack. The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) issued an explicit denial of involvement through an official statement following the tragic event.
Second Blast in September: A Disturbing Pattern
This marks the second significant explosion to rock the Mastung district in September. Earlier in the month, another blast caused injuries to several individuals. Includes Hafiz Hamdullah, a prominent leader from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) party.
Immediate Response: Aid and CondemnationIn the respond of the incident, the authorities swiftly responded by transporting the wounded to medical facilities. Emergency measures have been activated across hospitals in the region. Mnay critically injured individuals urgently transferred to Quetta.
Sindh Interim Chief Minister Maqbool Baqar voiced condemnation for the blast, denouncing those responsible as “enemies of humanity” for their senseless act.
Political Leader’s Grief and Denunciation
Maulana Owais Noorani, a political leader associated with Jamiat Ulema-i-Pakistan (JUP), expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries. He strongly said the perpetrators referring to them as wretched beasts. Notably, Noorani previously served as a special assistant to the prime minister in a past government.
A Recurring Tragedy: Recent Blast in Mastung
This tragic incident follows closely on the heels of another blast in Balochistan’s Mastung district, where eleven people, including JUI-F leader Hafiz Hamdullah, sustained injuries. Mobile phone footage captured the aftermath, depicting a bloodied Hamdullah receiving assistance from two individuals. Mastung Assistant Commissioner Attaul Muneem confirmed that eleven people were injured in that earlier incident.
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