A school roof collapsed in Peshawar, killing at least 34 children and a teacher, as rescue workers continue to extract victims from the rubble. The incident has raised concerns about building safety in Pakistan's education system.
The collapse occurred during morning classes at a private school in Peshawar, with the roof of a higher floor crashing down and crumpling two storeys. At least 45 children were injured, with 12 of the victims being girls. The school owner has been arrested and an investigation launched.
Authorities warn the death toll could rise as rescue efforts continue, with 110 students present in three classrooms at the time of the collapse. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in Pakistan's education system, where many schools operate from poorly maintained buildings.
The collapse follows a similar incident in Lahore earlier this year, where at least 14 children died when a tutoring centre collapsed. The provincial government has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with the president imposing a state of emergency over concerns about Islamist militancy from Afghanistan.