ISLAMABAD – Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmed says Prime Ministerhas sought the detail of precious land of Pakistan Railways within fifteendays.
Chairing a high level meeting at Railways Headquarters in Lahore today, hesaid ten thousand fresh personnel will be recruited in Railways in thefirst phase for which summary has been sent to the Prime Minister forapproval.
He said Pakistan Railways has invited private sector for renovation andbeautification of the railways stations.
Sheikh Rashid said One-Window Operation will be initiated for the freighthandling to facilitate the people.
He said citizens at the age of 65 will travel on half ticket and disablepeople can travel free by train with one companion on half ticket.
The Minister said Pakistan Railways hospital will be privatized for thebetterment of the workers.
Sheikh Rashid said slum dwellers will not be disturbed as per theinstructions of Prime Minister Imran Khan.
He said two new trains, Rohi Express and Mohenjo-daro express will be thegift for the people of Sindh.
Sheikh Rashid said water filtration plants will be installed at railwaysstations for provision of clean drinking water to the passengers.