At the direction of the federal government, Pakistan Railways has opened five luxury railway saloons to the general public.
The decision, directed by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, was formally made by Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, marking a historic shift in Pakistan Railways’ policy.
A Pakistan Railways (PR) spokesperson announced on Friday that the saloons, previously reserved exclusively for top officials — including the prime minister, railways minister, railways chairman, chief executive officer, and inspector general of railways — are now available for public booking.
According to officials, fares for the upscale salons would be kept ‘highly affordable’ to ensure accessibility for a wide range of travelers.
Moreover, Pakistan Railways has revealed plans to install ATMs from various commercial banks at major railway stations across the country, aiming to offer passengers convenient access to financial services while traveling.
The initiative will begin at key stations and expand to ensure that more stations nationwide are equipped with these facilities.
