Massive bomb blast at Quetta railway station in Balochistan, at least 20 people killed

Pakistan News: A serious incident has been reported from Pakistan's troubled province of Balochistan, where a massive bomb blast has taken place near Quetta railway station. At least 20 people have died in this attack, while more than 30 people have been injured. According to initial reports, the explosion took place at the booking office of the railway station, when a train was about to reach the platform. The crowd at the station was normal at that time, which threatens to increase the number of casualties.

Situation after the explosion

After the explosion, police and rescue teams have reached the spot and relief work is going on. Emergency has been imposed in Quetta's Civil Hospital, and additional doctors and support staff have been called to treat the injured. According to railway officials, at the time of the explosion, the Jaffar Express, which was scheduled to leave for Peshawar at 9 am, had not arrived at the platform. If the explosion had happened after the train reached the station, the death toll could have been much higher. The condition of many of the injured is said to be critical, due to which the death toll may increase further.

Reaction of Acting President and Chief Minister

Strongly condemning the bomb blast, Pakistan's Acting President Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani termed it a crime against humanity. Gilani said that terrorists are trying to spread terror in the country by targeting innocent people. He vowed to continue the fight against terrorism. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti also ordered an inquiry into the incident and reiterated his resolve to eliminate terrorism from the province.

Increasing bomb blasts in Pakistan

Incidents of bomb blasts are increasing in Pakistan, especially in troubled areas like Balochistan and North Waziristan. A few days ago, four security personnel were killed and many were injured in a bomb blast in North Waziristan. Apart from this, two children were killed in a blast near a school in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In Balochistan too, an IED bomb blast took place near a school, in which seven people, including five school children, lost their lives.

Balochistan's security crisis

Balochistan, which is Pakistan's largest province, has long been battling terrorism and political instability. Attacks are carried out by separatist groups and terrorist organizations every day, which makes the region even more unsafe. Terrorists try to show their strength through explosions, but the Pakistan government and the army are taking every possible step to deal with these incidents.

Conclusion

These types of attacks and bomb blasts in Balochistan, Pakistan are a matter of concern. These incidents have proved that Pakistan needs to further strengthen its fight against terrorism. Ensuring the safety of the country's citizens and taking effective action against terrorists should be the primary responsibility of the government. This incident is another warning for Balochistan that the security situation here needs to be improved.