Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah proposed a joint effort with Pakistan Railways to revive the Karachi Circular Railway (KCR). He said the project is urgent and has faced long delays. Shah suggested outsourcing operations to improve service quality and efficiency. During a meeting with Federal Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi, Shah emphasized upgrading the Karachi-to-Rohri […]
Federal Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi
Punjab pledges Rs350 billion to transform railway network
The Punjab government has offered to invest Rs350 billion to improve railway tracks across the province. Federal Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi shared this during a meeting with the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Pakistan Railways. He said Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif wants to modernise the railway system. The plan includes track upgradation and dualisation, […]
Pakistan goes solar: 155 railway stations to cut costs and boost clean power
ISLAMABAD – In a major step toward green energy, the government has decided to switch 155 railway stations in Pakistan to solar power. This change will help reduce fuel costs and save millions of rupees. The plan was discussed in a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the PM House on Wednesday. […]
Railways minister promises modern, passenger-friendly train services
ISLAMABAD – Federal Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi has pledged to restore public trust in Pakistan Railways by modernising services and putting passenger needs at the center of operations. During a surprise visit to Margalla Railway Station in Islamabad on Monday, Abbasi inspected facilities, cleanliness, and overall service standards. He interacted directly with passengers to hear […]