The blast, which also killed a police officer, took place on Friday in Mastung, a district in Balochistan province.
Local officials have indicated that the explosion appears to have been a suicide attack. The assailant detonated an explosive device in close proximity to the vehicle of Deputy Superintendent of Police Nawaz Gishkori.
As of now, no entity has come forward to claim responsibility for this devastating attack. Additionally, the Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan, a prominent militant organization, has disavowed any involvement in the incident.
The authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the blast, and the nation mourns the loss of innocent lives while praying for the swift recovery of those injured.
This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges faced by the region. (ILKHA)