4pm News Network: At least 20 people were killed due to a massive bomb explosion at a railway station in Balochistan, Pakistan, on Saturday (November 9). While more than 30 people have been injured. According to the information received, the number of injured could increase further. Explosive disposal teams and local police arrived at the scene. The case is being investigated.
Emergency was imposed at Quetta Civil Hospital and additional doctors and paramedics were called to treat the injured. According to railway officials, the Jafar Express was to leave for Peshawar at 9 am. Authorities said the train had not reached the platform when the explosion occurred. The death toll from the explosion may increase as many of the injured are in critical condition.
Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani condemned the deadly incident and said terrorists were enemies of humanity and were targeting innocent people. Geelani reiterated his determination to take all possible measures to completely destroy terrorism. Meanwhile, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has directed the authorities concerned to investigate the fatal incident. The Chief Minister reiterated his determination to eliminate the menace of terrorism in the province.
important point
- Pakistan has once again been rocked by a huge explosion.
- There are reports of more than 20 dead and around 30 injured in this explosion.