Peshawar, November 9, 2024 — A devastating bomb blast at the Quetta railway station in Pakistan claimed the lives of at least 20 people and left 30 others injured early Saturday morning. The explosion occurred in the station’s booking office just moments before a scheduled train arrival, sending shockwaves through the busy area.
According to local media outlet Geo News, the incident took place shortly before the Jaffer Express was set to depart for Peshawar at 9 a.m., as confirmed by railway officials. While the train had not yet reached the platform, the station was bustling with passengers and staff, raising the risk of heavy casualties.
Initial assessments indicate that the blast occurred in an area typically crowded with passengers purchasing tickets, intensifying the tragedy. Emergency response teams and security forces quickly arrived on the scene, cordoning off the area and rushing victims to nearby hospitals.
The explosion has heightened security concerns at Pakistan’s major transportation hubs, where similar attacks have been reported in recent years. Officials are investigating the origins of the explosive device, while medical teams have launched a large-scale emergency operation to treat the injured.
The attack underscores the vulnerability of public spaces to extremist violence, sparking widespread condemnation from local leaders and international observers.
