PM, President Express Grief Over Peshawar School Tragedy

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari have expressed deep grief and shock over the tragedy at a private school in Dir Colony, Peshawar, where a roof collapse claimed precious lives, including those of innocent children. The nation shares the sorrow of the bereaved families, and the authorities have ordered full medical care for the injured and a comprehensive investigation.

Statements From the Leadership

• Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the deceased, extended his heartfelt condolences to the families, and prayed for patience and strength for them. He directed the authorities to ensure all possible medical assistance for the injured.

• President Asif Ali Zardari said the heartbreaking incident has left the entire nation in mourning. He prayed for the swift recovery of the injured, directed the authorities to ensure the best possible treatment, and called for a comprehensive investigation into the cause. He also stressed the need to ensure that educational institutions comply with established building safety standards.

• Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also expressed sorrow and condolences and prayed for the recovery of the injured. Bilawal urged the authorities to complete rescue work without delay and to ensure effective treatment at Lady Reading Hospital.

Rescue, Treatment and Investigation

• Rescue operations were carried out with the participation of the Pakistan Army and emergency response agencies, and Rescue 1122 confirmed that rescue and relief work at the site has been completed.

• Lady Reading Hospital declared an emergency, and its spokesperson said treating the injured is the hospital’s top priority and that no negligence will be tolerated.

• Peshawar’s Capital City Police Officer said the school owner has been taken into custody, a case will be registered, and a thorough investigation will determine who issued the No Objection Certificate for the school and establish responsibility.

• Samar Haroon Bilour said a comprehensive investigation will be conducted, those responsible for negligence will be brought to justice, and all available medical facilities have been ordered for the injured.