Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has announced that major projects, including the digitalisation of Pakistan Railways, its upgradation and outsourcing, are slated for completion within this year.
He added that Faisalabad Railway Station will be upgraded to modern international standards within the next 45 days.
Speaking to the media during his visit to Faisalabad Railway Station on Saturday, Abbasi said that under the prime minister's vision, both short- and long-term projects were underway nationwide to modernise rail operations, promote regional connectivity and provide world-class facilities for passengers.
He said that under the digitalisation drive, the ticketing system has been fully automated, the train tracking system was operational and ATM machines have been installed at major stations.
Abbasi noted that in collaboration with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Wi-Fi services were being introduced at 40 railway stations across the province. The initiative has begun from Lahore and will soon extend to Faisalabad, Karachi, Hyderabad and other cities.
He revealed that the outsourcing process will be completed by September 30, covering nine to eleven passenger trains, freight trains, rest houses, special saloons, hospitals, schools and other facilities aimed at improving service quality and increasing PR's revenue.
The minister added that special saloons, previously reserved for government officials, were now open for rent to the general public at reasonable rates. APP
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