A deadly explosion took place in Pishin, Balochistan, on Saturday, leading to the deaths of two children and a woman. Fourteen other people, including several police officers, were injured in the blast. The explosion happened near a police line, and the injured were quickly taken to the hospital, with some in critical condition.
The blast was caused by a remote-controlled bomb that had been attached to a motorcycle. This motorcycle was left parked in the area, and when it detonated, it caused significant damage. Senior police officer Manzoor Buledi explained that the bomb had been deliberately planted in the motorcycle.
The explosion occurred close to the office of Pishin’s deputy commissioner, adding to the chaos. PTV News also reported on the incident, highlighting the proximity to this important government office.
Medical teams acted swiftly, with Dr. Wakeel Sherani, the head of Pishin Hospital, confirming that 13 of the injured were moved to Quetta for further treatment after receiving first aid. Tragically, one of the injured, who had been in critical condition, passed away after being transferred to Quetta’s trauma center.
This tragic event highlights the ongoing dangers in the region, and the community is mourning the loss of innocent lives.
Condolences
The blast in Pishin, which claimed the lives of innocent children, has been met with strong condemnation from leaders across the country. Deep sorrow and grief have been expressed by President Asif Ali Zardari, who offered his heartfelt condolences to the grieving families. The president, in his statement, reaffirmed his commitment to continuing the fight against terrorism, instructing the relevant authorities to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
In addition to President Zardari’s response, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also extended his condolences to the affected families. He emphasized the importance of providing the best possible medical care to those injured in the attack. The prime minister stressed that the perpetrators must be identified and given exemplary punishment.
Moreover, the spokesperson for the Balochistan government condemned the incident, expressing deep regret over the loss of precious lives in this terrorist act. The leadership’s unified response highlights the seriousness with which this tragedy is being addressed and the determination to prevent such incidents in the future.
Following a recent terrorist attack, a spokesperson for the Balochistan government expressed deep regret over the loss of precious lives. The incident was strongly condemned, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti also voiced his condemnation, emphasizing that the peace of the province is under threat from anarchists seeking to disrupt it. He asserted that such cowardly acts cannot undermine the determination of the security agencies. It is believed that with the cooperation of security forces, the menace of terrorism will be effectively addressed.
In recent months, Pakistan has experienced a notable increase in militant attacks, particularly in KP and Balochistan. This surge followed the termination of a truce between the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Islamabad.
During the second quarter of 2024, KP and Balochistan, both of which share borders with Afghanistan, emerged as the focal points of violence. These regions were responsible for approximately 92% of all fatalities and 87% of attacks, including terrorism and operations involving security forces. Specifically, KP accounted for 67% of the fatalities, while Balochistan represented 25% of the total deaths in this period.
