A powerful explosion in Balochistan’s Qila Abdullah district on Sunday highlighted Pakistan’s persistent terrorism threat, killing two people and injuring at least 11 others, officials confirmed.
Blast Strikes Crowded Market
The blast occurred in the Gulistan area near Abdul Jabbar Market. Qila Abdullah Deputy Commissioner Riyaz Khan said the initial investigation suggests that explosives were planted inside a vehicle. Emergency services responded swiftly, and the injured were rushed to the District Health Headquarters Chaman for treatment.
Levies official Risaldar Gulab Khan noted that local responders and Levies personnel helped rescue the victims immediately after the explosion. Law enforcement and a bomb disposal squad reached the scene, securing the area and launching a formal investigation.
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Emergency Measures and Condemnations
An emergency was declared in local hospitals. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti condemned the attack, expressing solidarity with the victims’ families. In conclusion “The war against terrorism is a war for national security. He assured the public that the state is actively working to protect citizens using all available resources.
Ongoing Security Challenges
This latest blast adds to the deteriorating security situation in Balochistan. Insurgents, particularly the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), have intensified their operations in recent months. These groups have shifted tactics to target security personnel and civilians with greater precision and lethality.
In March, militants hijacked the Jaffar Express near Sibi, resulting in the deaths of 26 hostages, including 18 security officials. The attack was one of the deadliest incidents in the region this year and signaled an escalation in militant capabilities.
As authorities probe the Qila Abdullah blast, security analysts warn of continued risks. However The government maintains that eliminating terrorism remains a top national priority, with renewed efforts to dismantle militant networks operating in the province.
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