72 people have been killed and over 340 injured in a blast in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, in Iqbal Town area of Lahore on Sunday. Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan's (TTP) faction Jamaat-ul-Ahraar has claimed responsibility for the attack.

The sound of the blast was heard around 6:30 pm, with rescue teams dispatched to the site. These included 23 ambulances and rescue vehicles.

According to reports the blast took place a few metres away from the children's swings. The authorities escorted people out of the park, which is one of the busiest recreational spots in the area.

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar said the group targeted Christians who were celebrating Easter at the park.