Post by : Raina Mansoor
A massive explosion inside a mosque during Friday prayers has left dozens of people injured in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta. The incident took place within a school complex in the Kelapa Gading area of North Jakarta, causing panic among worshippers and students nearby.
Authorities confirmed that at least 54 people were taken to various hospitals following the blast. The injuries range from minor cuts and bruises to serious burns, according to Jakarta police chief Asep Edi Suheri, who addressed the media during a televised press briefing.
Police have launched a full-scale investigation into the cause of the explosion. Forensic teams and bomb disposal units have been deployed to the site to gather evidence and determine whether the blast was caused by a gas leak, an electrical fault, or another source.
Emergency services responded swiftly, with multiple ambulances rushing to the scene. Footage from local television networks showed the mosque cordoned off by police tape, with rescue workers assisting victims and ensuring the area was secured.
Images from the site indicated that the mosque itself did not suffer major structural damage, though debris and scorch marks were visible near the prayer area. Witnesses described scenes of chaos as worshippers fled in panic following the sudden explosion.
Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information as the investigation continues. Officials from the Jakarta Disaster Management Agency and the Ministry of Religious Affairs are also coordinating relief and medical support for the injured.
This incident has shocked the local community, as Friday prayers typically draw large gatherings. The police have assured that updates will be shared once preliminary findings are available.
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