KARACHI: A powerful blast took place in the Saddar area of Quaid-e-Azam city, killing one person and injuring several others.
According to police, the blast took place near Lucky Star in Saddar.
Karachi Police
Dr. Shahid Rasool said that 8 injured people have been brought to Jinnah Hospital so far. One person was killed in the blast and the nature of the injuries is serious.
Eyewitnesses say the blast shattered the windows of vehicles parked nearby. Law enforcement officials arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area.
The scene has been sealed off and a bomb disposal squad has been called for evidence. After which the nature of the blast will be determined.
Notice of the Chief Minister:
On the other hand, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah took notice of the blast in the Saddar. And demanded a report from Commissioner Karachi and Additional IG.
Murad Ali Shah said that:
Emergency should be declared in Civil and Jinnah Hospitals, the best medical aid should be provided to the injured, an investigation should be carried out on all types of blasts, police, Rangers, and city administration should reach the spot, and help the citizens.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah
Murtaza Wahab on this occasion:
Administrator KMC Barrister Murtaza Wahab took notice of the blast in the Saddar area.
Barrister Murtaza Wahab said police and law enforcement agencies were reviewing the situation. The injured are being treated at Jinnah Hospital. Senior police officials have been contacted. According to doctors, eight injured people have been brought to Jinnah Hospital so far. One person was killed in the blast. Most people are injured by ball bearings.