{"id":122894,"date":"2025-08-16T18:05:46","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T13:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/?p=122894"},"modified":"2025-08-16T18:05:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T13:05:46","slug":"pakistan-railways-embarks-on-ambitious-plan-to-revive-non-functional-routes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/pakistan-news\/pakistan-railways-embarks-on-ambitious-plan-to-revive-non-functional-routes\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan Railways embarks on ambitious plan to revive non-functional routes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 :Pakistan Railways has launched an ambitious plan to restore several non-functional railway routes across the country, aiming to enhance connectivity and stimulate commercial activity in various regions. According to an official documents, the Sibi-Harnai section, which has been closed since 2006, has already been restored.<br \/>\nThe Ministry of Railways has conducted a comprehensive survey to assess the feasibility of reviving seven additional routes, including Mari Indus\u2013Lakki Marwat\u2013Bannu, Mandra\u2013Bhaun, and Faisalabad\u2013Jaranwala,\u2013Katal Amara, Tando Adam\u2013Tharu Shah, Mirpur Khas\u2013Nawabshah, and Bostan\u2013Zhob.A detailed feasibility study has been prepared to evaluate the practicality and potential success of these projects.<br \/>\nIn addition to restoration, plans are underway to construct new railway links, such as connecting Thar coal mines to Chhor railway station to support energy and industrial transportation needs.A Ministry of Railways official emphasized that any future expansions will be strategically planned, aligning with commercial needs and national logistics objectives.<br \/>\nTo meet growing demands from the industrial and energy sectors, Pakistan Railways is also planning to outsource 200 freight wagons to the private sector.The outsourcing process is in its final stages, building on the railways\u2019 existing freight operations nationwide.<br \/>\nThe Ministry is also pursuing new rail connectivity projects, including a link with Afghanistan through the Kohat\u2013Thal\u2013Kharlachi route, and a new rail link from Gwadar to Nok Kundi.Land acquisition is underway for these projects.<br \/>\nPakistan Railways is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by a comprehensive reform agenda focused on public-private partnerships,outsourcing services, and transparency.These initiatives aim to modernize the railways and enhance its contribution to the national economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 :Pakistan Railways has launched an ambitious plan to restore several non-functional railway routes across the country, aiming to enhance connectivity and stimulate commercial activity in various regions. 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