Pakistan Railways Allocates Rs. 22 Billion for Major Upgrades in FY 2025–26
Pakistan Railways (PR) has announced a significant investment of Rs. 22 billion under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the fiscal year 2025–26, aimed at enhancing infrastructure, rolling stock, and service quality across the network.
Key Budget Allocations:
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Rs. 12 billion has been allocated for the repair and rehabilitation of railway tracks, as well as upgrades to signaling and communication systems.
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An additional Rs. 10 billion will go towards rolling stock maintenance and other key improvement initiatives.
Strong Financial Growth in 2025
Pakistan Railways has also reported a record-breaking revenue of Rs. 7.48 billion in July, up Rs. 1.46 billion from the same month last year. This growth reflects the department’s focus on financial sustainability, with most operational upgrades now being financed through internally generated funds, reducing reliance on federal aid.
Infrastructure Improvements and Safety Upgrades
Major progress has been made in critical zones like the Sukkur division, where aging tracks previously posed safety concerns. Rehabilitation efforts have led to a significant drop in derailments and improved overall safety.
Modernized Passenger Experience
Pakistan Railways is also upgrading passenger facilities:
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Escalators and modern washrooms
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Improved dining areas
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Onboard WiFi access
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Refurbished railway stations
Future Outlook
With an ambitious goal to cross Rs. 100 billion in revenue by the end of FY 2025–26, PR is building on last year’s success, where it earned Rs. 93 billion, led by the Karachi division in both passenger and freight earnings.
These developments signal a promising future for Pakistan Railways, combining financial resilience, safety, and modern passenger services.
