ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday strongly denounced the terrorist attack killing miners in the Duki area of Balochistan, a statement said.
At least 20 miners were killed and eight other injured when unidentified armed men attacked coalmines in Dukki area of Balochistan in the wee hours of Friday, local media reported. According to Dukki Hospital Medical Officer Dr. Johar Saduzai, the injured miners have been immediately shifted to the Teaching Hospital Loralai following providing first aid at the hospital.
20 Miners Killed in Balochistan
Local media cited police officials as saying that unidentified armed men launched a deadly attack with rockets on local coal mines in the Duki district, resulting in the death of 20 laborers. The slain miners belonged to Qila Saifullah, Pishin, Muslim Bagh, Zhob, Kuchlak, Musa Khel, and Afghanistan, police stated.
PM Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attack in Balochistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sought a report from the officials concerned on the incident and reiterated his government’s determination to eliminate terrorism from the country. The PM expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and sent his sympathies to the families of the victims.
Shehbaz Sharif prayed to Allah Almighty for peace for the departed souls and early recovery of the wounded, instructing the relevant officials to ensure their best medical treatment.
CM Balochistan Denounces ‘Cowardly’ Attack on Coal Miners
Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti has also strongly condemned the recent attack on coal miners in the Duki district, describing it a ‘Cowardly’ act, and reaffirmed his resolve to eliminating terrorism from the province.
The CM emphasized the need to hold perpetrators answerable and bring them to justice. The Chief Minister also announced compensation for the affected families and assured improved security steps for miners.
