Zeeshan Ali, News Desk:Â
Islamabad: At least 31 people lost their lives and 169 others sustained injuries after a powerful explosion struck an imambargah in Islamabad on Friday, according to officials from the district administration.
The blast occurred at Imambargah Khadijah al-Kubra in the Tarlai area while a large number of worshippers were present for Friday prayers. The sudden explosion caused chaos inside the prayer hall, leaving the floor covered with debris, shattered glass, and personal belongings.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as injured worshippers tried to escape the building, while others rushed to help those who had fallen. Several wounded individuals were also found lying in the garden area outside the imambargah, awaiting medical assistance as calls for help echoed across the premises.
Rescue teams and law enforcement agencies reached the site shortly after the incident and began shifting the injured to nearby hospitals. Emergency measures were enforced at major medical facilities in the capital to handle the large number of casualties.
Authorities have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Officials have urged the public to avoid speculation as verified information is being collected.
This remains a developing situation, and casualty figures may change as more details are confirmed.
