Child dies as bomb explodes in Balochistan’s Machh

Another child sustained injuries during the explosion and is being treated at hospital

QUETTA:

A child died while another sustained injuries when a bomb exploded in Balochistan’s Machh, as confirmed by local authorities.

The explosion occurred in close proximity to the Machh police station, in Machh bazar, as per information provided by police sources.

Remarkably, despite the severity of the blast, no harm befell the policemen stationed nearby. However, the repercussions were dire for two innocent children caught in the attack.

Tragically, one of the children succumbed to the injuries while being transported to the hospital. The second child was promptly admitted for medical treatment.

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In response to the incident, law enforcement swiftly took action, with both police and levies personnel converging on the scene to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the explosion.

As a consequence of the blast, a wave of fear and uncertainty swept through Machh bazar. Shopkeepers reacted by swiftly closing their shutters in an effort to safeguard themselves and their businesses from any potential fallout.

Balochistan has been marred with militancy for decades. However, the security forces have managed to bring a sense of normality to the province in recent years.

In 2023, a total of 15,063 intelligence-based operations were executed in Balochistan, resulting in the killing of 109 terrorists.