PM Shehbaz visits Islamabad mosque hit by suicide bomber, announces Rs10 million for hero's family
Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expresses grief over Tarlai Imambargah attack and honours heroism of Aoun Abbas while announcing compensation for victims’ families.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow over last week’s suicide attack at the Tarlai Imambargah that left dozens dead.
Speaking during his visit to Imambargah Khadija-tul-Kubra on Wednesday, the premier met with the families of the martyrs and victims affected by the attack.
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif offers Fateha for the martyrs of suicide attack on Imam Bargah Khadija-ul-Kubra. pic.twitter.com/YuhW0pVjQZ
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) February 11, 2026
He praised the bravery of young Auon Abbas, who attempted to stop the terrorist, saying the nation will remember his sacrifice in golden words. He added that the sinister plot to create divisions among Muslims had failed.
“Nothing can justify this extreme brutality,” he said, expressing that the entire nation mourns this tragic event. He condemned the attack as a deliberate attempt to sow discord and emphasised that the sacrifices of the martyrs will not be in vain.
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PM Shehbaz announced that Auon Abbas’ family will be awarded Rs10 million in recognition of his heroism, while the families of other martyrs will receive Rs5 million each.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif visits the residence of Auon Abbas Shaheed, martyr of terrorist attack on Imam Bargah Khadija-ul-Kubra, and offers condolence. pic.twitter.com/S3DRUksGcp
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) February 11, 2026
During the visit, the premier was briefed by Islamabad’s IGP on the progress of investigations into the terrorist attack. He also held one-on-one meetings with the families of the victims and offered prayers for the departed souls.
