Pakistan Train Station Explosion: Multiple Casualties Reported
At least 24 people lost their lives, and over 40 others sustained injuries following a devastating explosion at Quetta Railway Station in Balochistan, Pakistan, on Saturday. The blast occurred as a train was preparing to leave the station for Peshawar.
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Quetta's Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Operations, Mohammad Baloch, stated that while initial findings suggest it may have been a suicide attack, a full investigation is underway to confirm the exact cause. He emphasized the need to gather more evidence before reaching any conclusions.
Speaking to the media, SSP Baloch mentioned that around 100 people were present at the site when the explosion took place, as seen in footage reviewed by him, according to Dawn News.
The explosion reportedly struck while passengers were waiting to board a train destined for Rawalpindi. This incident occurred in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, a region known for its complex security challenges.
Shahid Rind, spokesperson for the Balochistan government, said that police and security forces swiftly arrived at the scene. The Bomb Disposal Squad is currently gathering evidence to determine the exact nature of the blast, and a detailed report is expected soon.
Rind further indicated that the death toll may rise, as several injured passengers are in critical condition. An emergency has been declared in local hospitals to ensure that the wounded receive immediate medical attention, as reported by Dawn News.
Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest and least developed province, has long faced unrest and violence. Separatist militants, claiming exploitation of local resources without benefiting the residents, have targeted projects financed by foreign investors, particularly China.
Among the prominent militant groups, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) frequently takes responsibility for attacks, often targeting security forces and citizens from other provinces, especially Punjabis. In a coordinated assault last August, the BLA claimed responsibility for attacks that resulted in the deaths of at least 39 people—a significant toll for the region.
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