QUETTA:

At least 14 people lost their lives and 35 others were injured in a powerful blast near a public rally of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) in Quetta on Tuesday evening.

The explosion took place close to the Shahwani Stadium shortly after the conclusion of a gathering held to mark the fourth death anniversary of Sardar Attaullah Mengal. Health officials at Civil Hospital Quetta confirmed the casualties.

Police officials said the blast occurred near the venue soon after the event ended and initial reports suggested that it may have targeted the convoy of BNP chief Akhtar Mengal, who remained safe.

Security forces quickly sealed off the area, while rescue teams shifted the injured to hospitals, where several were reported to be in critical condition.

BNP spokesperson Sajid Ta

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