Baba Farid Tomb Blasted

Early on Monday 25 October, 2010 after Fajar prayer Baba Farid's tomb was hit by a blast. 7 devotees killed in the blast and several were wounded. Blast occurred at eastern gate of the tomb. According to the Police, bomb was planted in a motorbike which was standing at parking area of the tomb.

Hazrat Baba Farid Ganj Shakar

Baba Farid Shrine - Pakpattan

Immediately, after the incident, police cordoned off the shrine's surroundings. Injured people were hurried to District Headquarter Hospital.

This explosion destroyed shops on around the tomb leaving debris and stacks of rubble. Investigation has been started by the committee formed for probe.


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