Breaking: Blast Rocks District Court Complex
A powerful blast shook Islamabad’s G-11 area on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, near the district and sessions court, with the explosion heard as far as six kilometers away. The blast struck during peak hours, when the courthouse bustled with lawyers, litigants, and court staff.
Videos circulating on social media showed plumes of smoke rising into the air from the remains of a charred vehicle behind a security barrier. The explosion triggered immediate panic and chaos in the busy judicial complex area.
Casualties and Emergency Response
According to initial reports from Pakistani media, a blast in Islamabad’s G-11 area killed five people and injured more than 20 others. The police spokesperson confirmed that the explosion left at least eight victims in critical condition. Emergency teams rushed the wounded to nearby hospitals, and officials have begun investigating the cause of the incident.
Local police reported that the explosion occurred at a time when there was heavy traffic and a large crowd in the court area, with several lawyers and civilians among the injured. Emergency services, including police and rescue teams, rushed to the scene immediately after the blast.
Firefighters battled flames that erupted following the blast, with thick smoke billowing across the premises. The injured were quickly transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment.
Investigation Underway
The area has been cordoned off as authorities conduct their investigation. Initial investigations suggest that the explosion occurred inside a car parked in the courthouse parking area, with the vehicle catching fire following what appears to be a cylinder blast.
A police spokesperson stated they are probing what kind of blast it was, noting “It is not clear yet. We will be able to provide more details after we get a report from our forensic team”. Forensic teams have been deployed to collect evidence and determine the exact cause and nature of the explosion.
The blast occurred at the main gate entrance of the district court complex, a location typically crowded with people throughout the day. Security forces have sealed all entry and exit points to the area as the investigation continues.
Context of Regional Security Concerns
This incident comes amid heightened security concerns in the region. Just hours earlier, a deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort killed at least 12 people and injured several others. The timing of both incidents has raised questions about potential security threats in South Asia.
Pakistan has faced numerous security challenges over the years, with various terrorist attacks targeting public spaces, government buildings, and judicial complexes. The G-11 judicial complex has been a sensitive location due to the high volume of people and legal proceedings conducted there daily.
Authorities continue to investigate whether this was an accidental cylinder explosion or a deliberate attack. The forensic analysis and witness statements will be crucial in determining the nature of this incident.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available from official sources.