Pakistan Railways revenue crosses Rs100bn for first time, says minister

Pakistan Railways has reported revenue above Rs100 billion, a historic high for the state-run operator, according to Profit by Pakistan Today. Federal Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi shared the figure at a meeting with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Saturday.

Abbasi said the department is aiming for Rs160 billion in the current fiscal year as the government pursues better financial sustainability and operational efficiency. The ministers also discussed railway reforms, including digital systems and updated technology, alongside efforts to limit losses and improve passenger services. Chaudhry welcomed the initiatives, while Abbasi said work to modernise operations and strengthen the department’s finances would continue.