RAWALPINDI/ISLAMABAD: The death toll in the Tarlai mosque suicide attack rose to 33 on Saturday after another injured victim succumbed to his wounds, hospital sources confirmed.
The attack occurred on Friday when a suicide bomber targeted the mosque in Tarlai Kalan, near Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Dozens were killed instantly, and scores more were injured in the blast.
Hospital officials reported that 21-year-old Muhammad Abbas Mehdi, a private university student, died during treatment at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). Several other victims remain in critical condition, and authorities have warned the death toll could increase further.
Currently, 99 injured individuals are admitted across multiple hospitals. PIMS is treating 77 patients, including 25 in critical condition. Polyclinic Hospital has 15 injured patients, five of whom are in critical condition. Medical staff continue to provide intensive care to all injured.
Collective funeral prayers for the victims were held at the mosque on Saturday. Federal and provincial officials, including Parliamentary Affairs Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhary and Religious Affairs Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, attended along with local residents and relatives of the deceased. Special prayers were offered for the departed souls.
The funeral of Gilgit-Baltistan Police Inspector Bahadur Ali, martyred in the blast, was conducted at the Police Lines Headquarters in Islamabad with full official honours late Friday night. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, senior officers, and numerous police personnel attended. A guard of honour was presented, followed by Fateha and special prayers.
The body of the martyred inspector was later sent to his native area with full state honours. Authorities continue to investigate the attack, and security measures have been heightened in the area to prevent further incidents.
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The tragic incident has drawn nationwide attention, highlighting concerns over the rising threat of extremist attacks targeting religious places.
