At least seven individuals lost their lives and 15 others sustained injuries following a powerful gas cylinder explosion that led to the collapse of a three-story building in Jhelum. According to reports from Geo News, the incident occurred on Sunday when a cylinder exploded in the kitchen of a hotel situated on Grand Trunk Road.
Rescue officials have successfully recovered and transferred 15 injured individuals to the Jhelum District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital. Among the injured, two individuals in critical condition have been transported to Rawalpindi for specialized care.
Expressing profound grief and sorrow, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended his condolences to the families of the victims in Jhelum. He offered prayers for those who lost their lives and their bereaved families. The Prime Minister also requested a swift recovery for the injured and instructed the authorities to take all necessary measures for their treatment.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need for immediate attention and efforts to aid the injured individuals in their recovery process. He has directed the authorities to exhaust all available resources to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the victims.
