ISLAMABAD:Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday expressed deep grief over the collapse of a school roof in Peshawar, resulting in the loss of 17 precious lives.
In a statement, Ishaq Dar said the incident had deeply pained the entire nation.
He extended his heartfelt condolences and prayers to the bereaved families.’Our children are our most precious asset, and every such loss is a tragedy for the entire country.”
The deputy PM prayed to Allah Almighty to grant the departed the highest place in Jannah and bless their families with patience and the strength to bear this irreparable loss.
He said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the government had taken serious note of the situation.
The deputy prime minister stressed that ensuring the safety and protection of children must remain paramount.
He said all necessary measures must be taken to provide immediate assistance to those affected, ensure the best possible medical care for the injured, and strengthen safety standards in schools to prevent such tragedies from recurring.