A blast near Aman Mela in the Darazinda area of Dera Ismail Khan killed 11 people and injured 30 others on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Rescue 1122 teams reached the site soon after the explosion and began emergency operations.
The blast took place at a checkpoint along the Dera Ismail Khan-Quetta route. The area sits near the border between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. Police and emergency teams also reached the scene to assess the situation.
TTP Claims Responsibility for Attack
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed responsibility for the blast. Police and other officials said the attack involved a suicide bomber who used a vehicle carrying explosives.
Authorities have started an investigation into the attack. Security teams are also checking the area for evidence and other possible threats.
According to Rescue 1122, the deceased included eight men, two women and a child. The blast injured 30 other people, who received emergency medical assistance after the incident. Rescue workers then transported the wounded to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
Rescue Operation Continues
Teams from the Darazinda Rescue 1122 station rushed to the site after receiving reports of the explosion. At the scene, emergency workers treated several injured victims before taking them to hospitals for additional care.
Police and bomb disposal teams also reached the area. They began collecting evidence and checking the site. Officials are expected to provide more details as the investigation continues.
Security Concerns in Dera Ismail Khan
Dera Ismail Khan and nearby areas have faced several militant attacks in recent years. Security forces regularly conduct operations in the region to counter militant activity.
The latest explosion has raised fresh security concerns in the district. Authorities are investigating the attack and assessing the circumstances surrounding the blast.
Officials have not yet released further details about the investigation. More information about the victims, the attack and the security response may emerge as authorities continue their work.
