At least 37 people were injured on Wednesday in a cylinder blast at a restaurant, situated in Defence Phase-1.
Upon receiving information, the Rescue Fire Service and other rescue teams rushed to the spot and started rescue operation.
The rescuers provided first aid to 19 injured on the spot while the rest of victims who received serious burn injuries were shifted to Lahore General Hospital and National Hospital for treatment.
The building of restaurant was damaged and valuables worth thousands of rupees were burnt to ashes.
Rescue 1122 spokesman said that the cause behind the blast could not be ascertained.
37 injured in cylinder blast
