LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has launched the market engagement process for the proposed upgrade of the Karachi–Rohri section of the Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project, a key initiative aimed at modernising the country’s rail infrastructure and improving passenger and freight services. Read More: Pakistan Railways announces fare increase from March 9 The ML-1 project was introduced to […]
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Pakistan Railways struggles with aging locomotives
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways is facing a rising number of locomotive failures, with over 63 per cent of its engines having exceeded 20 years of service, officials told the National Assembly Standing Committee on Railways on Wednesday. The aging fleet has increasingly strained operations, prompting officials to outline corrective measures aimed at stabilising services and improving […]
PM Shehbaz pushes Pakistan Railways into digital age
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a key meeting on Saturday to review Pakistan Railways’ modernisation and revenue generation plans. He praised Railway Minister Hanif Abbasi and the team for efforts in upgrading and rehabilitating the railway system. The premier directed Pakistan Railways to hire international legal and economic experts for regional connectivity and international […]
PR ramps up local wagon and coach production with Chinese help
LAHORE: Pakistan Railways (PR) is set to locally manufacture 295 high-capacity wagons with Chinese assistance by March, as part of its broader plan to modernize freight and passenger services. The PR has assigned specific targets to its manufacturing units to ensure timely completion of the project. In addition, over 170 high-speed passenger coaches, including some […]