JI emir escapes bomb blast in Zhob.

ZHOB_ Islami chief Sirajul Haq survived a bomb blast that targeted his convoy in the Zhob area of Balochistan,

According to a JI spokesperson, JI Amir escaped unhurt while seven others got injured.

The seven injured have been shifted to the hospital among which four are in critical condition.

Jammat-e-Islami on its official Twitter page claimed that it was a suicide attack on the convoy of JI Amir.

Addressing a public gathering, Mr Haq said, “I am not afraid of death.” Stressing the need for education, Mr Haq said his party wants to see a country where every child gets an education.

“I wanted to see peace and prosperity in the country. So-called political leaders and generals ruled the country,” he maintained.

Highlighting the unemployment issues in the country, Mr Haq rued, “There is no employment for the youth. The country is witnessing an increase in unemployment.”

Mr Haq underscored the problems facing Balochistan, he said, “Unemployment is increasing in Balochistan, which is the largest province in terms of all types of minerals.

Footage showed smoke rising close to the vehicle in which the JI chief was purportedly travelling. As the smoke cleared, a dead body, allegedly that of the attacker could be seen.

The party chief had reached Quetta earlier today, he said, adding that a large number of people had gathered to welcome Haq as he entered Zhob. “The suicide attacker was also part of the crowd.”

The party said JI emir will address the gathering as per schedule despite the attack.

Condemnations 

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the incident and directed the Balochistan government to investigate the attack from all angles and bring the perpetrators to justice.

He also prayed for the complete and quick recovery of the injured.

Former President Asif Ali Zardari also condemned the attack on JI chief. He also demanded immediate arrest of the planners of the Zhob suicide attack on JI emir’s caravan. He also extended his well wishes to Sirajul Haq and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

Balochistan Chief Minister Abdul Quddus Bizenjo also condemned the attack and expressed grief over the injuries.

“Terrorists want to achieve their evil goals by spreading unrest. We will not allow terrorist elements and their handlers to succeed in their impure objectives,” he asserted.

Punjab chief minister Mohsin Naqvi also condemned the cowardly attack on JI emir Sirajul Haq.