Unknown terrorists on Saturday tried to blow up an 18-inch gas pipeline, but miraculously the attempt failed. The terrorists had installed an explosive device near the pipeline, supplying gas to Punjab province, near Saifal Branch in Tangwani police limits. However, the blast failed to blow up the pipeline, and instead left a four feet deep crater at the site.
The explosion was so loud that it created panic in the nearby areas.
DPO Jacobabad, on receiving information, rushed to the site of the incident along with police and Rangers officials, who cordoned off the area.
A case was registered against unknown miscreants and further investigation is underway.
Copyright Pakistan Press International, 2005