PESHAWAR: Chief capital city police officer Peshawar Dr. Mian Saeed confirmed that the owner of the school, Khan Muhammad Darvesh, has been arrested following the tragic incident.
The incident took place around 9:00 AM in a densely populated area of Dir Colony. Two classrooms on the upper portion completely collapsed, trapping students underneath. Most of the victims are students of Class 6th and 7th, aged between 11 and 14 years.
CCPO said that narrow streets and heavy traffic in the area also delayed shifting of the injured to Lady Reading Hospital. Lady Reading Hospital administration initially reported four deaths but later confirmed that bodies of 28 children and one female teacher were brought to the hospital.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives and offered condolences to the bereaved families. He directed authorities to expedite rescue and relief operations.
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi also expressed condolences and directed the provision of immediate medical aid to the injured. Advisor for Information Samar Haroon Bilour expressed grief over the incident and said the government shares the sorrow of the affected families. She directed to ensure the best medical facilities for the injured children and said all resources should be utilized to safely recover those trapped under debris. She also appreciated the timely response of Rescue 1122. Inspector General of Police KP Zulfiqar Hameed directed CCPO Peshawar to personally supervise the rescue operation.
IGP also ordered traffic police to ensure clear passage for ambulances. SSP Operations and Police Rescue Teams are present on the spot. Provincial Education Secretary Inayatullah Waseem has directed the Managing Director of the Private Schools Regulatory Authority to submit a detailed report of the incident by tomorrow.
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