Tragedy unfolded in Quetta today as an explosion near the Civil Secretariat on Zarghoon Road left at least nine individuals injured, including four children and a dedicated policeman. The blast occurred beneath a bridge in the vicinity of the Civil Secretariat and Commissioner Office in the capital of Balochistan, according to reports from local authorities.
Law enforcement officials revealed that the explosion took place in a garbage dump under the bridge, triggering ongoing investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Initial findings indicate that among the nine casualties, a brave policeman and four innocent children were among those wounded.
Commissioner Quetta, Hamza Shafqaat, issued a cautionary statement urging people to steer clear of Zarghoon Road in the coming hours as authorities work to assess the situation and ensure the safety of the area.
Expressing deep concern over the incident, Balochistan Chief Minister condemned the bomb blast and pledged swift action against those responsible. He reassured the public that the culprits involved in this heinous act would be brought to justice.
This unfortunate event adds to the recent wave of terrorism that has gripped Pakistan, with the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, both bordering Afghanistan, emerging as the worst-affected areas. The presence of militant safe havens in these regions continues to pose a significant security challenge for the country.