School Bus Bombing in Balochistan : At least six people, including four children, were killed in a deadly blast targeting a school bus in Khuzdar district, located in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province. .The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday morning as the bus was picking up students of the Army Public School.
Dozens Injured in Blast Targeting School Vehicle
Yasir Iqbal Dashti, a local government representative, stated that the blast resulted in injuries to at least 38 individuals .
Officials Confirm Fatalities and Ongoing Investigation
Balochistan’s Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti confirmed that among the dead were the school bus driver and his assistant. He also noted that 46 students were aboard the vehicle at the time of the blast.
Addressing a press conference in Quetta, Bugti said that initial investigations suggest the use of a vehicle-borne Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the attack.
“We are airlifting critically injured children to Quetta for urgent medical care,” he added.
He also mentioned that it is too early to definitively determine the nature of the blast, and investigations are still ongoing.
Military Condemns Attack, Points to Foreign Involvement
So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the bombing. However, Pakistan’s military strongly condemned the attack and pointed fingers at alleged “Indian terror proxies,” though no supporting evidence was provided.
Balochistan’s History of Violence and Ongoing Unrest
Balochistan has long been plagued by violence, often blamed on separatist groups, armed fighters, and sectarian militants. The region remains a flashpoint for both domestic unrest and geopolitical tensions.
Nation Mourns Schoolchildren as Demands for Justice Grow
The attack on schoolchildren has sparked outrage and deep sorrow across the country. Social media was flooded with messages of grief and calls for justice. Many have demanded enhanced security for educational institutions in conflict-prone areas like Balochistan.
Authorities Vow Justice Amid National Outcry
As the nation mourns, authorities have vowed to bring those responsible to justice and are continuing their investigation into this tragic and senseless act of violence.
