ISLAMABAD, 15 MAR (DNA) —   As travel demand rises ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, Pakistan Railways has announced the operation of four special trains to facilitate passengers traveling to their hometowns across the country, aiming to reduce travel pressure on regular services and provide a more convenient and comfortable journey during the festive season.

As every year, a massive rush of travelers is expected ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, prompting Pakistan Railways to announce special trains aimed at easing travel pressure and helping thousands of passengers reach their hometowns across the country in time for the celebrations. As media news railway authorities have issued the schedule for the Eid special trains in line with the Railways Minister’s instructions to facilitate passengers during the busy holiday period.

The Railway spokesperson told that the first Eid special train will depart from Lahore to Karachi on March 16.  He further stated that the second train will leave Quetta for Rawalpindi on March 17, while the third train will operate from Karachi to Peshawar on the same day.According to the spokesperson, the fourth Eid special train will travel from Karachi to Lahore on March 18 to facilitate passengers during the increased holiday travel demand.

The Railway Spokesperson said the special Eid train operations reflect the department’s commitment to serving passengers and ensuring safe, timely and convenient travel during the busy holiday season, adding that these arrangements will help ease the growing pressure and provide significant relief to travelers across the country. — DNA