At least 15 people were killed in a suicide blast in the Tarlai area of Islamabad on Friday, according to police and district administration officials. The tragic incident took place during Friday prayers, when a large number of worshippers were present at the location.
Police said the explosion happened inside Imambargah Khadijat-ul-Kubra, located in the Tarlai locality of the federal capital.
The blast caused panic and chaos in the area, as people rushed to help the injured and move them to nearby hospitals. Several others were also injured in the attack, though officials are still confirming the exact number.
Emergency services reached the site soon after the explosion. Rescue teams, ambulances, and police cordoned off the area and began relief operations. The injured were shifted to different hospitals in Islamabad for medical treatment, while security forces started collecting evidence from the scene.
Authorities said that security has been tightened across the city following the attack. Additional police and law enforcement personnel have been deployed in sensitive areas, especially near religious places, to prevent any further incidents.
Senior officials condemned the attack and expressed deep sorrow over the loss of innocent lives. They said that targeting worshippers during prayers is a cruel and inhumane act. Investigations have been launched to identify those responsible and to determine how the attacker managed to reach the location.
The incident has once again raised concerns about security during large public and religious gatherings. Officials urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement agencies.
This tragic event has left the local community in shock, as families mourn the loss of loved ones and pray for the recovery of those injured.
