Powerful Blast Near FC Headquarters in Quetta Leaves Six Dead, 19 Injured

Quetta:A powerful explosion followed by gunfire near the FC Headquarters in eastern Quetta has left the city in shock. The blast, which occurred in the sensitive Model Town area, was heard across a wide radius. The intensity shattered windows of nearby homes and buildings.

According to initial reports, at least six people have been killed and 19 others injured. Rescue sources confirmed that five bodies and 20 injured victims have been shifted to Civil Hospital Quetta.

Gunfire was reported immediately after the explosion, spreading panic among local residents. Police have cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to determine the nature of the attack.

Health Minister Balochistan Bakh Muhammad Kakar and Health Secretary Mujeeb-ur-Rehman have declared an emergency at Civil Hospital Quetta, Bolan Medical College (BMC) Hospital, and the Trauma Center. All consultants, doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and paramedical staff have been directed to remain on duty.

Rescue teams and law enforcement officials are actively engaged at the scene while investigations are underway.

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