Kandahar, Oct 16 : The number of people, who were killed by the deadly bombing at a Shia mosque in the Afghan city of Kandahar, has risen to 63, a source in a local hospital told Sputnik today.

The number of injured people stands at 83, according to the source.

Three suicide attackers staged the deadly bombing in Kandahar on Friday, while the fourth terrorist opened fire at the prayers.

The Islamic State terrorist group has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack.(UNI)