Pakistan Railways is the national railway system of Pakistan, operated and maintained by the government of Pakistan. In recent years, the government of Pakistan has made efforts to modernize and improve the railway system, including the procurement of new coaches.
Some of the new coaches that have been introduced by Pakistan Railways in recent years include:
- Economy class coaches: These are air-conditioned coaches that offer basic amenities such as seating and luggage storage.
- Business class coaches: These are air-conditioned coaches that offer more luxurious amenities such as reclining seats and in-coach meals.
- Sleeper class coaches: These are air-conditioned coaches that offer sleeping berths for overnight journeys.
- Dining cars: These are coaches that have a dining area and kitchen, where passengers can purchase meals during their journey.
Pakistan Railways has also introduced new locomotives and other rolling stock in recent years as part of its modernization efforts.
Coaches and Clasess in Pakistan Railway
Pakistan Railways offers a range of coach classes for its passengers to choose from, depending on their preferences and budget. Here is a list of the coach classes offered by Pakistan Railways:
- Economy class: These are the most basic and economical coaches, with seating arrangements and luggage storage. They are air-conditioned and offer basic amenities such as seating and luggage storage.
- Business class: These are more luxurious coaches, with reclining seats and in-coach meals. They are air-conditioned and offer a range of amenities such as comfortable seating, in-coach meals, and power outlets.
- Sleeper class: These coaches offer sleeping berths for overnight journeys. They are air-conditioned and offer amenities such as bunk beds, blankets, and pillows.
- Dining car: These coaches have a dining area and kitchen, where passengers can purchase meals during their journey.
Pakistan Railways also offers special coach classes for long-distance journeys, such as the “Green Line” class, which offers air-conditioned sleeper compartments with private bathrooms.
In addition to these coach classes, Pakistan Railways also offers cargo services for the transportation of goods.
