Father Unable to Afford Funeral as Three Kids Die in Peshawar

News Desk

Peshawar: Three children have died after allegedly consuming poisonous wild mushrooms in Peshawar, while their mother remains in critical condition, according to Aaj News reports.

The incident reportedly occurred after the children’s father collected wild mushrooms from a nearby field because the family was struggling with severe financial hardship and could not afford sufficient food.

The mushrooms were subsequently cooked and eaten by the children and their mother. Shortly after the meal, the family members reportedly fell seriously ill and were rushed to a hospital for treatment. Despite medical efforts, all three children died.

The deceased have been identified as Urooj, 11, Faryal, 10, and Azlan, 7. Their mother is receiving medical treatment, with her condition reported to be critical.

The tragedy has also highlighted the family’s desperate financial circumstances. According to local sources, the father was unable to afford the funeral expenses for his children.

In response, local residents collected donations to cover the burial costs. The three children have since been laid to rest.

The incident has drawn attention to the devastating consequences of extreme poverty and the dangers associated with consuming unidentified wild mushrooms, some of which can contain highly toxic substances.

The tragedy has also highlighted the family’s desperate financial circumstances