Kundi orders action against those responsible for Peshawar school roof collapse

Adviser to the Education Department Amir Abdullah, Peshawar Commissioner Capt (retd) Khalid Mahmood, Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir and relevant education officials attended the meeting.During the briefing, the Peshawar commissioner informed the governor that the school owner had obtained 16 marlas of land on a 10-year lease and constructed the school building on it.

The school was registered in 2026, but its administration had failed to comply with the prescribed standard operating procedures (SOPs).Read: Peshawar school roof collapse: Case registered against owners, contractorExpressing deep sorrow over the incident, Governor Kundi stressed the need to identify and inspect buildings constructed without approved maps.

He said tehsil municipal administrations (TMAs) could play an effective role in inspecting buildings across the city and ensuring compliance with construction regulations.He directed all relevant departments to fulfil their responsibilities effectively and ensure that safety standards were strictly followed in the establishment of private schools and construction of their buildings.The governor called for strict implementation of regulations governing the registration and safety arrangements of private educational institutions.

He also directed the authorities to take action against schools operating without registration certificates and establish appropriate penalties for violations.Kundi stressed the need for effective legislation to regulate private schools and ensure compliance with safety standards and prescribed procedures.

He directed the relevant authorities to prepare new legislation and submit a report within 15 days.He further called for transparency and effective monitoring of the administrative affairs of private educational institutions, urging authorities to adopt best practices in their management.The governor reiterated that those found responsible for the Dir Colony school roof collapse would face action, underscoring the need for stronger oversight to prevent similar incidents in the future.Comments are….

Kundi orders action against those responsible for Peshawar school roof collapse Our Correspondent | Updated 4 minutes ago | Calls for strict enforcement of registration and safety requirements for private schools.