At least 31 people were killed and 169 others injured in a suspected suicide bombing at a Shiite religious centre in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Thursday, triggering widespread panic and condemnation from political leaders.
According to local media reports, the explosion occurred at the Tarlai Imambargah, a Shiite mosque located in the Shehzad Town area of the federal capital. The blast took place during the two-day official visit of Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, heightening security concerns.
Police and rescue teams rushed to the scene immediately after the explosion and launched relief and evacuation operations. Hospital authorities declared an emergency as a large number of injured victims were rushed to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and Polyclinic Hospital for treatment.
Videos circulating on social media showed scenes of chaos, with worshippers and residents running in panic as emergency personnel attempted to control the situation and assist the wounded.
Islamabad Capital Territory Police spokesperson Taqi Jawad said it was too early to determine the exact nature of the blast. “Forensic teams will assess whether it was a suicide attack or a planted explosive device,” he said.
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack and directed authorities to ensure the best possible medical care for the injured. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhry also denounced the incident, stating, “Such acts of terrorism cannot weaken the nation’s resolve. We must remain united for peace, tolerance, and stability, and stand firmly with our law enforcement agencies.”
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far. However, suspicion is likely to fall on militant groups such as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) or Islamic State affiliates, both of which have previously targeted Shiite communities, a religious minority in Pakistan.
The attack comes nearly a week after Pakistani security forces reportedly killed around 216 Baloch separatist militants during clashes in Balochistan. It also follows a suicide bombing outside a district and sessions court in Islamabad in November 2025, which killed 12 people and injured at least 30 others.
Investigations into Thursday’s blast are ongoing as security across the capital has been tightened.
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