Pakistan Railways rolls out practical work across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It brings fresh hope to passengers who have waited years for reliable train services. Officials confirm the federal government has given full approval. It has already notified the provincial authorities. As a result, teams now clear tracks. They prepare several key routes that connect Peshawar with surrounding districts.
Restoration Work Starts on Peshawar and Nowshera Corridors
In the first phase, engineers focus on a 62-kilometre stretch. It links Peshawar, Nowshera and Jahangira. Moreover, the second phase targets a 65-kilometre line between Nowshera, Mardan and Dargai. At the same time, workers begin upgrades on a 27-kilometre track from Mardan to Charsadda. They also work on an 18-kilometre section from Peshawar to Jamrud. Officials plan to tackle the 60-kilometre Kohat-Jand route in a later stage. These steps aim to deliver affordable, safe and faster journeys. They will also boost local trade and railway revenue.
Railway Teams Clear Encroachments and Complete Legal Steps
Pakistan Railways moves quickly on the ground. Anti-encroachment drives have already started to free up the tracks. Legal formalities are reaching the final stage. Furthermore, the railway authorities now appoint technical teams. These will join the official working group and keep the project on schedule. Local communities welcome the development. They have relied on crowded buses and expensive private vans for far too long.
Passengers look forward to the day when trains roll again through the province. The restoration work marks a clear step forward. It shows that Pakistan Railways is determined to rebuild its network in the north. Officials promise steady progress in the coming weeks. This is so that people can once again enjoy comfortable and economical travel across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
