At least 28 killed, including 27 students, in Peshawar school roof collapse

A private school in Peshawar’s Afridi Abad locality suffered a roof collapse on Thursday, resulting in at least 28 fatalities, including 27 students and one female teacher. Lady Reading Hospital spokesperson Muhammad Asim informed that the death toll had risen from the earlier 21 to 28. Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir confirmed that the rescue operation had concluded, stating that no more injured children remained at the scene.

Rescue 1122 spokesperson Bilal Ahmed Faizi had earlier reported that a rescue operation was underway. Five of the injured were reported to be in critical condition. Peshawar Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir revealed that the Al Khair School's roof had collapsed while students were in their classrooms. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi expressed grief over the incident and directed authorities to determine the cause of the collapse.

The Governor prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured children and directed the authorities to provide them with the best medical facilities. The incident has drawn criticism and calls for improved safety standards in educational institutions.