Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi agreed to jointly finalise the Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) revival plan, stressing collaboration to speed up long-delayed progress on the project. The KCR, under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), will stretch 43.2 kilometres with 25.51 kilometres elevated and 17.7 kilometres at ground level. […]
Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi
Train safety ‘top priority,’ says Naqvi as Pakistan tightens rail security
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has vowed to ensure the complete security of Pakistan’s railway system in light of rising terror threats. Speaking at a high-level meeting chaired by Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi at Pakistan Railways Headquarters in Lahore, Naqvi said passenger safety remains the government’s top priority. He pledged full support for the Railways Police […]
Pakistan-Russia direct rail service to start june 22, Russia eyes investment in PSM
Pakistan and Russia will launch direct railway services starting June 22. Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi announced this during a press conference, calling it a major step toward stronger economic ties. The new service aims to improve trade and connectivity between the two countries. Besides launching the rail link, Russia is exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan […]
Families of Jaffer express attack victims to receive compensation and jobs
The government has announced a financial package for families of those killed in the Jaffer Express attack. Each family will receive Rs. 5.2 million. Additionally, the children of the victims will be offered jobs in the railway department. This move aims to support the affected families during this tragic time. During a press conference in […]