Gas Cylinder Explosion at Pakistan Supreme Court Injures 12 During Maintenance Work

Court proceedings were in session when the explosion occurred.

A gas cylinder explosion in the basement cafeteria of Pakistan's Supreme Court injured at least 12 individuals. Pakistani media sources reported that the blast caused the entire building to shake.

Social media footage of the incident shows minor damage to the Supreme Court building. The powerful explosion reportedly echoed through the lower levels of the court complex, creating panic among those inside.

According to reports, at least 4 people were initially reported injured after the explosion in the basement of Pakistan's Supreme Court, with more details pending.

Following the incident, the Express Tribune reported that lawyers and staff were evacuated from the building and directed to open areas outside.

Breaking news updates indicated that the explosion in the basement canteen caused the entire building to tremble. Emergency responders arrived quickly at the location, and security around the court was enhanced. Details about casualties were awaited.

Islamabad's Inspector General Ali Nasir Rizvi confirmed to Express Tribune that the gas explosion occurred in the Supreme Court canteen at 10:55 am. He stated that all 12 injured individuals were promptly transported to the hospital for treatment.

The official clarified that the explosion happened during maintenance work near an air conditioning (AC) plant.

According to the Inspector General, AC technicians suffered the most severe injuries, with one technician experiencing burns covering 80 percent of his body.

Samaa News reported that court hearings were in progress before the explosion, which severely damaged Court No. 6 within the building.