Blasts rock Lahore Navy HQ
Lahore, March 04: In yet another reminder of the growing anarchy in Pakistan, four blasts ripped through the parking lot of Naval Headquarters in Lahore on Tuesday killing at least eight people and injuring scores of others.
The blasts took place at around 1:15 PM (PST) within minutes of each other. Local authorities have confirmed that it was a suicide attack.
The explosives were loaded in a truck at the Mall Road, Navy War College. The body of the suicide bomber has also been identified as per local TV channels.
Pictures aired by Geo TV showed pools of blood in parking area. Panic stricken people were seen trying to flee to safety.
Police have cordoned off the area and prevented journalists from going to the site of the blasts. The forces also sealed off Mall Road, one of Lahore`s main commercial areas.
Ambulances were seen rushing to the site and the injured are being moved to the closest hospitals.
Armed Forces officers were receiving training at the HQ and seem to have been the likely target.
The Naval Headquarters, also known as the War College, is situated in high security area and is home to top bureaucrats, government and military officers. The institution conducts courses for senior naval officers, including those from foreign countries.