Relatives attend funeral prayers for men who were killed in an explosion at the Shah Noorani shrine in Baluchistan, in Karachi, November 13, 2016. PHOTO: REUTERS
At least 53 people were killed in an IS-claimed suicide blast at the shrine located in Khuzdar district. The suicide bomber exploded when faithfuls were performing dhamaal – a trance-like dance.
According to a statement, the prime minister also announced Rs200,000 for the severely injured.
Hub blast:PM has announced 5 lac for the deceased per family,2 lacs for severely injured & 1 lac for those with mild or less severe injuries
— PMLN (@pmln_org) November 13, 2016
PM has instructed Miftah Ismail & Mussadiq Malikto personally visit the civil hospital Khi and deliver the Cheques on behalf of the PM.
— PMLN (@pmln_org) November 13, 2016
Families ripped apart in Khuzdar shrine attack
The PM has directed Musaddiq Malik and Miftah Ismail to personally visit the Civil Hospital, Karachi and deliver the amount to the victims, the statement added.
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