A remote-controlled bomb blast targeting a government vehicle in Bajaur’s Tehsil Khar on Wednesday claimed five lives, including Assistant Commissioner Nawagai Faisal Ismail.
According to Deputy Commissioner Bajaur Shahid Ali Khan, the explosion occurred near Mela Ground in the Phatak Mela area, targeting a government vehicle with a remote-controlled device.
The attack also claimed the lives of Tehsildar Abdul Wakeel, a police officer and a passerby. In addition, 11 others, including five police personnel, sustained injuries and were shifted to nearby medical facilities for treatment. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the bombing.
Following the attack, security forces cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The funeral prayers of the martyrs were held at the Police Lines in Bajaur, which were attended by senior administrative and police officers, local leaders, the victims’ families, and members of the public.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the incident and expressed sorrow over the loss of lives. He directed authorities to provide the best possible medical treatment to the injured and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism in all its forms.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also condemned the cowardly attack and paid tribute to the martyred officers, stating that such acts by terrorists, backed by “Fitna-e-Hindustan”, will not weaken the resolve of the Pakistani people.
This is a developing story and is being updated with further details
