{"id":469367,"date":"2025-03-27T00:57:57","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T19:57:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=469367"},"modified":"2025-03-27T00:57:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T19:57:57","slug":"pr-announces-restoration-of-train-operations-in-balochistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/pr-announces-restoration-of-train-operations-in-balochistan\/","title":{"rendered":"PR announces restoration of train operations in Balochistan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> Islamabad<br \/>\nPakistan Railways has announced the resumption of train operations in Balochistan, weeks after services were suspended following a terrorist attack on the Jaffer Express.<br \/>\nThe decision includes the restoration of multiple train routes, with services set to resume from 27 March 2025.<br \/>\nAccording to the official schedule, Train 40-DN Jaffer Express will operate from Peshawar to Quetta starting 27 March, Train 39-UP Jaffer Express will run from Sibi to Peshawar from the same date, Train 39-UP Express from Quetta to Peshawar resumes 28 March, Train 3-UP from Karachi to Quetta will resume service on 31 March.<br \/>\nTo accommodate Eidul Fitr travellers, a special Eid train will depart from Quetta to Peshawar on 29 March 2025, aimed at easing passenger load during the holiday period.<br \/>\nPakistan Railways has advised all passengers to adhere strictly to departure times, while staff have been directed to complete all necessary preparations.<br \/>\nThe Railway Prem Union welcomed the move, with Central President Sheikh Muhammad Anwar calling it a \u201cpositive development for passengers in Balochistan.\u201d He praised Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi for his commitment, particularly the decision to operate Bolan Express daily, aligning with long-standing union demands. Anwar also welcomed the announcement of additional train services from Quetta, calling it a step toward improving travel facilities and addressing regional disparities.<br \/>\nSpeaking on security, Anwar backed the government\u2019s decision to recruit 500 new personnel in the railway police, with 70% of posts reserved for Balochistan, describing it as a vital move for safety and infrastructure protection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Islamabad Pakistan Railways has announced the resumption of train operations in Balochistan, weeks after services were suspended following a terrorist attack on the Jaffer Express. The decision includes the restoration of multiple train routes, with services set to resume from 27 March 2025. 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