Peshawar:President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar have expressed their deep sorrow over the tragic roof collapse at a private school in Peshawar, which resulted in the loss of multiple lives.

According to Radio Pakistan, the leaders extended their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. They prayed for the deceased, asking for their ranks to be elevated in the afterlife and for the affected families to be granted patience and strength during this difficult time.

President Zardari described the incident as a heart-wrenching tragedy that has deeply affected the nation. He emphasized the need for swift recovery for the injured and instructed authorities to provide the best possible medical care. Furthermore, he called for a thorough investigation into the causes of the collapse and stressed the importance of enforcing safety standards in educational institutions to prevent future incidents.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed officials to ensure immediate medical assistance for the injured and to intensify rescue operations. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar also highlighted the impact of the tragedy on the nation, emphasizing the importance of children as the country's most valuable asset. He reiterated the government's commitment to taking all necessary measures to assist those affected and to enhance safety measures in schools to avoid similar tragedies.