Another act of terrorism…
Atleast 20 killed in Hyderabad serial blasts
Hyderabad, Aug 25: In a serial blast, atleast 20 persons were killed and several injured at Lumbini Park, and Gokul Chat Bhandar here on Saturday evening at around 2000 hrs.
According to reports, the first blast took place at Lumbini Park open-air auditorium, opposite State Secretariat when a laser show was going on. The second blast took place at around 2015 hrs at Gokul Chat shop in Koti area, 5 Km from here.
Following the blasts, people were seen running helter-skelter as a number of them were congregated for the event. The cause of the blast is yet to be known.
The police officials reached on the spot and confirmed several deaths and injuries. Meanwhile, the injured persons have been admitted to nearby Medi City, Osmania and Yashoda hospitals.
High alert has been sounded in the city and security has been tightened throughout.
The Chief Minister YSR Reddy has convened an emergency meeting of top officials to review the situation. The Centre has also spoken to the Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has condemned the blasts and expressed deep concern.