Pakistan Railways Fares Increase After Fuel Price Hike

Pakistan Railways fares increase after the government raised petroleum prices in the country.

Railways announced an increase in train fares after diesel prices went up. The railway department said the decision became necessary because fuel costs have risen.

A spokesperson for Pak Railways said economy class fares will increase by 5 percent. At the same time, AC class fares will increase by 10 percent.

The railway department also increased freight train charges by 20 percent.

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Officials said the new fares will apply from March 9. The increase will affect all passenger trains and freight trains across the country.

However, the railway spokesperson clarified that the decision will not apply to tickets that passengers already booked.

The railway department said it took this step to manage rising fuel costs and operational expenses. The authorities expect the decision to help maintain train services across Pakistan.

Pakistan Railways fares increase will start on March 9 after the recent rise in petroleum and diesel prices.