18 Killed, Over 20 Injured as Roof of Private School Collapses in Peshawar

Peshawar: At least 18 people, including 17 students and a teacher, were killed when the roof of a private school collapsed in Dir Colony, Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. More than 20 people were also reportedly injured in the incident.

According to Reuters, a spokesperson for a local hospital said that at least 17 students and one teacher had lost their lives in the roof collapse. The incident occurred on Thursday, October 15.

According to reports, the roof suddenly collapsed, trapping several people under the rubble. Rescue operations were launched following the incident. However, further official confirmation is required regarding the final number of injured people and the condition of all those affected.

The exact cause of the collapse and the condition of the school building remain unclear. Responsibility for the incident can be determined only after the relevant authorities complete their investigation and establish the facts.