KARACHI (Kashmir English): The Rehman Baba Express, traveling from Karachi to Peshawar, met with a horrific accident near Sher Shah Bridge in Multan.
The entire train derailed, and several coaches overturned, resulting in the deaths of five passengers and injuries to more than twelve others.
According to details, the accident occurred at approximately 5:15 AM, prompting immediate action from relief agencies. Rescue officials stated that the injured have been shifted to Nishtar Hospital, Multan, where they are receiving medical treatment.
Following the accident, passengers were seen sitting along the tracks with their belongings. Preliminary reports indicate that the train derailed near Sher Shah Bridge while en route from Karachi to Peshawar.
Some sources have claimed that the train was speeding at the time of the incident; however, the actual cause of the accident has not yet been determined.
According to a passenger, repairs had been made to the nuts and bolts of coach number 9 of the Rehman Baba Express near Rohri. This statement could not be independently verified, and it remains unclear whether there is any connection to the accident.
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi took notice of the train accident and expressed his shared grief with the families of the deceased passengers. He directed that the best possible medical facilities be provided to the injured.
Hanif Abbasi stated that compensation would be paid to the deceased and injured passengers in accordance with the railway insurance policy.
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has departed to inspect the accident site. Muhammad Hanif Abbasi will visit the accident site to personally assess the situation and the ongoing relief operations.
The Federal Government Inspector of Railways has been directed to investigate the train accident. Train operations via Lodhran and Jahanian have been fully restored.
Taking notice of the train accident, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the loss of precious lives and conveyed his best wishes for the speedy recovery of the injured. He directed the concerned authorities to accelerate relief operations and provide all possible medical facilities to the injured.
Relief activities are underway following the accident, while an investigation is required to determine the cause of the derailment.
