Bomb blast at Pakistan railway station kills at least 24, injures dozens

A devastating bomb explosion at a railway station in Pakistan’s Balochistan province has claimed the lives of at least 24 people and injured around 50 others. The blast occurred early Saturday morning at Quetta station, as a popular train was preparing to depart for Peshawar.

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a militant group seeking independence for the region, claimed responsibility for the attack, which police believe was a suicide bombing. Authorities report that the suspected bomber carried between 6 to 8 kg of explosives, causing extensive damage and casualties among both civilians and military personnel.

Footage of the blast’s immediate aftermath shared on social media shows injured individuals and scattered debris, underscoring the force of the explosion. The incident marks the latest in a surge of violent attacks in Balochistan, as tensions rise over demands for autonomy and control of local resources.

Police and emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and the city’s commissioner confirmed the casualty count. Authorities are investigating the attack as part of an ongoing effort to address heightened security concerns in the region.