Pakistan Railways to outsource 11 more trains: Abbasi
— June 19, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi says preparations are being made to further outsource eleven trains as nine trains have already been outsourced.
He was talking to Advisor to Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah in Islamabad on Thursday.
The Minister said that a decision has been made to outsource railway-operated schools and hospitals.
He said that an information desk has been set up at Rawalpindi Railway Station to provide passengers with timely and accurate travel updates.
Hanif Abbasi said that a contract with the Rawalpindi Waste Management Company has led to significant improvements in station cleanliness.
He said that with the introduction of a modern sanitation system, passengers now experience a clean and more comfortable travel environment.
He said that the efforts are underway for repairing train bogies, procurement of new coaches and the implementation of an advanced tracking system.
Hanif Abbasi emphasized that considerable enhancements are being made to ensure better facilities for passengers.
On his part, Rana Sanaullah appreciated the initiatives and assured the Ministry of Railways of full governmental support.