According to Harnai Deputy Commissioner Hazrat Wali Kakar, the blast occurred when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated in Coal Mines Area PMDC 94 in Harnai’s Shahrag district.
“The bodies of the deceased and the injured have been shifted to the Shahrag Basic Health Unit,” Kakar said.
Law enforcement agencies reached the site, and an investigation has been ordered into the incident, according to a statement by Balochistan Government Spokesperson Shahid Rind.
Evidence was being collected, and an initial investigation showed that the explosive material was planted on the roadside, the statement added.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti condemned the incident and expressed sorrow over the loss of lives, an official statement from the CM House said.
He directed the authorities concerned to provide the best medical facilities to the injured workers while vowing to uproot the scourge of terrorism.
“Terrorists who target innocent citizens do not deserve any forgiveness,” the CM said. “Strict action will continue against the elements damaging the peace of Balochistan.”
The intentions of the enemies of peace will not be allowed to succeed under any circumstances, Bugti said, adding that the Balochistan government was taking all possible steps to protect the lives and property of the people.
“The terrorists involved in this incident will be brought to justice soon,” Bugti said.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi condemned the attack and expressed his heartfelt sympathies to the families of the deceased. He echoed Bugti’s sentiment in saying that the “beasts who target innocent civilians do not deserve any leniency.”
According to the police, explosion occurred near a vehicle carrying coal mine workers. The condition of several injured is critical, they added.
Law enforcement officials reached the spot and started collecting evidence.
The Harnai deputy commissioner confirmed the death of 11 labourers in the explosion. Most of the dead and the injured belonged to Swat and Shangla.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti condemned the incident and expressed sorrow over the loss of lives. He directed the officials to ensure best possible treatment of the injured workers.
“Terrorists who target innocent citizens do not deserve any forgiveness,” the chief minister said.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also condemned the attack. He expressed his sympathies to the families of the deceased.
