KARACHI — November 18, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday inaugurated the newly upgraded Shalimar Express and the modernised Karachi Cantt Railway Station, marking another milestone in Pakistan Railways’ ongoing revitalisation drive.
Addressing the ceremony, the prime minister congratulated Pakistan Railways for its progress and praised the Sindh government for its cooperation, calling the partnership a model that should be replicated with the governments of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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‘Pakistan Can Become a Regional Rail Hub,’ says PM
PM Shehbaz emphasised that the development of regional connectivity—particularly with Central Asia—presents major prospects for economic growth. He said Pakistan Railways’ proactive expansion strategy could position the country as a central hub for trade and transportation across the region.
The prime minister highlighted the importance of restoring the Islamabad–Tehran–Istanbul (ITI) Rail Service, calling it a key initiative that would “usher in a new era of economic activity and regional integration.”
Major Rail Projects Reviewed
Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the federal government’s commitment to completing key infrastructure projects, including the Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) and the Thar Coal Railway Link, which aims to connect the massive Thar coal reserves with the national rail network.
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The prime minister also lauded the railways minister for refurbishing 54 railway stations nationwide, expressing hope that all stations would soon be upgraded to modern standards.
Smart & Safe Railway Stations Under Development
Earlier, the railways minister briefed attendees on ongoing initiatives, noting that Pakistan’s first-ever smart and safe railway station—equipped with advanced surveillance and monitoring systems—has been established in Rawalpindi, in collaboration with the FWO.
A similar high-tech station, featuring 250 surveillance cameras, is now under development in Karachi.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, and senior government and railway officials.
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