A school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Thursday, killing at least 35 people and injuring over 50. The incident occurred at a private school in the Dir Colony neighborhood, according to local authorities.
Emergency services responded quickly to the disaster, but many children and one teacher were trapped under the rubble. Rescue workers struggled to reach those still buried, with some feared to be in critical condition. Multiple hospital officials reported that at least 34 children and one teacher were confirmed dead, with the death toll possibly rising as recovery efforts continue.
The collapse happened in a densely populated area, raising concerns about the structural integrity of the building. Officials stated that the roof was structurally weak and had been overloaded by ongoing construction work. The school’s owner was arrested, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the collapse.
This tragedy marks one of the deadliest school-related incidents in Pakistan’s recent history. Previous incidents of structural failures in educational buildings have led to calls for stricter building codes and safety inspections. The government has announced plans to provide compensation to the families of the victims.
The incident has sparked outrage among local communities and raised questions about the safety of private schools in the region. Authorities are now under pressure to implement urgent reforms to prevent similar disasters in the future.
