QUETTA: A devastating explosion struck a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally in Balochistan, claiming the lives of at least four individuals believed to be political workers. The incident occurred on Jinnah Road in the Sibbi district during the PTI rally on Tuesday, leaving several others wounded.
Police officials confirmed the blast, stating that the injured and deceased are being transported to the District Hospital, where a state of emergency has been declared. The Health Department has issued immediate instructions for all doctors and medical staff to be on duty at major hospitals in Quetta.
Breaking News :- Blast reported at Jinnah road, Sibi, Balochistan on a Political rally.
Emergency has been declared in all the hospitals of Sibi and Quetta. Reportedly 4 injured, 1 person martyred. #Blast | #Balochistan | #Sibi | #Elections2024 pic.twitter.com/twuv0wWVUB
— Malik SHOUJAAT 🇵🇰 (@Malok_Shoujaat) January 30, 2024
PTI Condemns the Attack:
Alam Khan Kakar, PTI’s Provincial Additional General Secretary, strongly condemned the assault on the electoral rally. Expressing severe disapproval, Kakar particularly emphasized the condemnation of the attack on the rally featuring Saddam Tareen, a PTI candidate for the National Assembly in Sibi. Kakar stated that the incident reflects the government’s failure in restoring peace and security.
سبی میں تحریک انصاف کے قومی اسمبلی کے امیدوار صدام ترین کی ریلی پر بم حملہ۔ تحریک انصاف کے تین ورکرز شہید ہیں اور 7 زخمی ہیں۔ ہم اس دلخراش واقعے کی شدید مزمت کرتے ہیں اور مطالبہ کرتے ہیں کہ تحریک انصاف کے ورکرز کے بجائے دہشتگردوں کی سرکوبی کی طرف توجہ دی جائے۔
صوبائی جنرل… pic.twitter.com/nPmq8lYNgN
— PTI (@PTIofficial) January 30, 2024
As the situation develops, authorities are actively working to address the aftermath of the tragic incident. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosion and identify those responsible for the attack. The PTI rally was a part of the election campaign for the upcoming National Assembly elections, adding a concerning dimension to the incident.
Security measures have been heightened in the area, and emergency response teams are actively engaged in providing assistance to the victims. The local community and political circles are expressing shock and concern over the attack, as efforts are made to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected by this tragic event.
