Times of Islamabad

Pakistan Railways to launch 20 new trains, including two VIP and three tourist trains

Pakistan Railways to launch 20 new trains, including two VIP and three tourist trains

ISLAMABAD – Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmad says twenty newtrains will be run next year to facilitate the passengers.

Talking to newsmen in Peshawar on Saturday, he said the number of freighttrains will also be increased to fifteen by the end of next year.

Sheikh Rashid said a new passenger train, Rehman Baba Express, will belaunched from Nowshera to Karachi.

He said two VIP trains will also be run besides three trains for thetourists.

The Minister said employment opportunities will be created for skilledyouth in Pakistan Railways.