In a statement, she said terrorists, through their detestable acts wanted to halt the process of peace, progress and development in the country.

"The whole nation is arrayed against the scourge of terrorism and would thwart their reprehensible designs with unity," the minister reiterated.

She said resilient Pakistani nation would not rest till the elimination of the last terrorist from the motherland.

She also extended her heartfelt sympathies with the bereaved families and prayed for the early recovery of the injured.

Copyright APP (Associated Press of Pakistan), 2017