With the start of ML-3 project we will increase our connectivity with neighboring countries like China: Bukhari
\n ISLAMABAD
\nDirector General (DG) Public Relations (PR) Pakistan Railways Dr. Hassan Tahir Bukhari Tuesday said that his department had reached a record high in revenue earnings of Rs 88 billion at the end of the financial year 2023-24 and providing modern amenities to passengers where they are being facilitated with standardized toilet systems.
\nTalking to a PTV news channel he said the PR\u2019s land-lease revenue was also being increased by Rs10bn for FY 2024-25\u201d, adding, that Pakistan Railway credited achievement to the tireless work of the employees.
\nHe said his organization determination to further increase the income to Rs 1 trillion next financial year, adding that with private partnership Pakistan Railway will get its set targets soon. He said 40% earned 40% increase in revenue as compared to previous years.
\nWhile explaining the current facilities provided to passengers, he said Pakistan Railway launched a series of ambitious projects aimed at revolutionizing railway infrastructure where a modern international standardized based toilet system was also being introduced for the passenger\u2019s facilities.
\nHe said PR striving hard to transform railway stations into dynamic hubs that cater to the diverse needs of passengers, adding that PR stations are enhancing various facilities and amenities, such as accessibility, waiting areas, toilets, WI-Fi, and accurate timing of trains.
\nHe said with the start of ML-3 project we will increase our connectivity with neighboring countries like China, adding that the railways\u2019 modernization enhances connectivity and catalysis Pakistan\u2019s journey towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.
\nDG said the passengers have the facility of online booking and e-ticketing through which they can purchase e-tickets for their journey on the official website of Pak Railways or through the smartphone application which is available on Google Play Store.
\nHe said earlier, Pakistan Railways also launched a state-of-the-art dining car for passengers, adding, that Pakistan Railways has also decided to improve the service related to cleanliness and passengers\u2019 rest and sleeping. \u201cWe are also providing the up-to-the-mark transportation system, Green line project is also a landmark contribution for the Railway department\u201d, he added.
\nTo better manage the crowd the arrival and departures shall be separated while integrating with the last mile connectivity with metro, bus and taxis, he added. He said Pakistan Railways has also started the upgradation of major railway stations across the country on modern lines to facilitate the passengers. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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