Quetta, Sep 3
At least 14 people were killed and 35 others injured in a massive blast at a public rally of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) in Quetta, local media reported.
The casualties were reportedly confirmed by health officials at Civil Hospital Quetta.
The blast occurred near the Shahwani Stadium on Tuesday evening shortly after a gathering marking the fourth death anniversary of BNP founder Sardar Attaullah Mengal had concluded.
According to police officials, the explosion took place near the venue soon after the event ended, with initial reports indicating that it may have targeted the convoy of BNP chief Akhtar Mengal, who escaped unharmed, reported
After surviving the attack, Mengal took to his social media, stating, “Thank you for your prayers and messages. I am safe, but deeply heartbroken at the loss of our workers. Around 15 have been martyred and many injured. They stood by me and gave their lives for our cause. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten".