Islamabad_ A gas cylinder reportedly exploded on Tuesday at Islamabad’s National University of Modern Languages (NUML), sending shockwaves across the campus and prompting an immediate emergency response.
According to initial reports, the blast occurred inside the Department of Arts & Humanities (IR), where a gas cylinder is believed to have malfunctioned. Local media shared visuals showing fire brigade personnel and rescue vehicles at the scene, working to extinguish the flames and secure the area.
Witnesses described hearing a loud explosion followed by smoke emerging from the department building. Students and staff were quickly evacuated as authorities cordoned off the affected zone.
Rescue teams and the firefighting department are currently assessing the situation, while investigators work to determine the exact cause of the explosion.
This is a developing situation, and further updates will be provided as more verified information becomes available. Initial media reports can sometimes be inaccurate, and we will rely on credible authorities and on-ground reporters to ensure accuracy.
