An inquiry into the deadly roof collapse at a private school in Peshawar has held the owner responsible for using substandard construction materials. The report also identified negligence by relevant government departments.
The findings come after the tragedy in Dir Colony claimed the lives of at least 30 children and a schoolteacher. Dozens of others also suffered injuries when the multi-storey school building collapsed.
Inquiry Identifies Construction Flaws
The inquiry committee presented its findings to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi during a meeting on Wednesday. According to an official statement, the committee examined the causes of the collapse, statements from relevant officials and the responsibilities of government departments.
Investigators concluded that the school owner had used substandard materials during construction. However, they also pointed to failures by the departments responsible for oversight.
Governor Calls for Action Against Those Responsible
Governor Kundi received a detailed briefing on the inquiry’s findings and recommendations. He directed authorities to review the report’s legal aspects in consultation with the law department. Furthermore, he called for strict action against those found responsible for the incident.
The inquiry has raised questions about construction standards and the effectiveness of safety inspections at educational institutions. Proper oversight remains essential to ensuring that school buildings meet required safety standards.
School Safety Under Scrutiny
The tragedy has renewed concerns about the safety of private educational institutions and the enforcement of building regulations. Schools must provide secure learning environments, particularly when young children spend several hours inside classrooms every day.
Meanwhile, authorities must determine whether regulatory failures contributed to the disaster and establish accountability where necessary.
The next steps will depend on the legal review and any action taken against those identified in the report. Families of the victims will now look to authorities for accountability and measures to prevent similar tragedies.
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