Quetta: Several people were injured after gunmen attacked a passenger train in Pakistan’s southwest Balochistan province on Tuesday, police and government officials said.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the attack took place as the train was traveling through a remote area of Balochistan. The gunmen opened fire on the train, causing panic among the passengers and resulting in injuries to several individuals. Local authorities responded to the incident, and emergency services were dispatched to the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured passengers.
The motive behind the attack has not yet been determined, and no group has claimed responsibility. Security forces have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the assailants. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of train travel in the region, prompting officials to consider enhanced security measures.
Balochistan, the largest province in Pakistan by area, has experienced incidents of violence and unrest in the past. The region’s challenging terrain and security issues have posed difficulties for authorities in maintaining peace and safety.
The injured passengers were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The authorities are working to ensure the safety of other trains operating in the area.