LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif Saturday strongly condemned the blast in Panjgur in which four people were killed and five others injured. The explosion took place in Chedgi, an area situated at a distance of 70km from Panjgur. Chedgi is a sensitive area, situated near the Pakistan-Iran border. The chief minister extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the early recovery of injured. He said that the entire nation was united against the menace of terrorism and the firm determination of Pakistani nation against terrorism could not be shattered thorough such cowardly acts. He said those targeting innocent people were enemies of humanity and would be dealt with an iron hand. Separately, the chief minister has expressed grief and sorrow over the sad demise of the mother of a renowned journalist. In a condolence message, the chief minister prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul grant of courage and strength to the members of the bereaved family to bear the irreparable loss with fortitude. Published in Daily Times, July 30th , 2017.