The Ministry of Railways is in charge of running Pakistan Railways, the country’s national railroad network. Its rich history began during the British colonial era, when the area saw the construction of its first railway line. An essential component of business and transportation, the nation’s railway network links the nation’s major cities and communities.

Pakistan Railways has encountered several obstacles throughout the years, such as budgetary constraints, antiquated infrastructure, and rivalry from alternative transit options. Nonetheless, attempts have been made to extend the network, enhance services, and modernize the system. This entails improving passenger comforts, adding new train equipment and locomotives, and modernizing the tracks.

Pakistan Railways continues to struggle with problems such sustaining profitability, safety concerns, and punctuality despite these efforts. Millions of people still rely on it as a major form of transportation, especially when they are going far distances or live in isolated places with few other options.