Seven killed, 35 injured in Balochistan blast

Pakistan: Around seven people have been killed while 35 others have been injured after a blast occurred near a passenger bus on the Nushki-Dalbandin highway in Balochistan on Sunday, reports said. The cause and nature of the blast are yet to be confirmed by authorities. However, rescue efforts were swiftly initiated, with the injured being.

Pakistan: Around seven people have been killed while 35 others have been injured after a blast occurred near a passenger bus on the Nushki-Dalbandin highway in Balochistan on Sunday, reports said.

The cause and nature of the blast are yet to be confirmed by authorities. However, rescue efforts were swiftly initiated, with the injured being rushed to Nushki Hospital for medical attention.

 Several of the wounded are reportedly in critical condition, prompting the Mir Gul Khan Naseer Teaching Hospital to declare an emergency. Security forces have cordoned off the area, and investigations are currently underway, as per Geo News.

To ensure timely medical assistance, the injured are being airlifted to Quetta via helicopter.

Following the incident, the Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed sorrow while condemning the targeting of innocent people — terming it as extreme brutality.

The security czar also wished for speedy recovery of the injured, reported by Geo News.

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti also expressed deep sorrow and regret over the loss of precious lives while condemning the blast.

Bugti said that every possible step would be taken to bring the enemies of peace to justice.