In a historic move for Pakistan’s transport sector, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given in-principle approval for the province’s first-ever bullet train project! 🌟
The high-speed rail service will connect Lahore and Rawalpindi, dramatically slashing travel time between the two major cities to just 2.5 hours — a game-changer for commuters, businesses, and tourism 🚆.
🛤️ Project Highlights
- Route: Lahore ↔ Rawalpindi
- Travel Time: Reduced to 2.5 hours
- Partnership Models: Collaboration between Pakistan Railways and private sector under consideration
- Coordination Lead: Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb will work closely with Pakistan Railways to fast-track the project 🚀
🚄 More High-Speed Trains in the Pipeline
The provincial government is also eyeing high-speed rail expansions across Punjab, with proposed routes including:
- Lahore–Shahdara–Narowal
- Lahore–Raiwind–Kasur
- Pakpattan–Lodhran
To ensure quick progress, CM Maryam Nawaz has ordered feasibility studies to be completed by May and June 2025.
🚕 Other Transport Initiatives
Alongside the bullet train, Punjab’s transport transformation includes:
- Lahore Yellow Line Mass Transit Project 🚇
- Gujranwala Mass Transit Project 🚈
- Upcoming e-taxi services for greener urban transport 🌱
🗣️ A New Era of Connectivity
This project marks a bold step toward modernizing Punjab’s transportation infrastructure and boosting economic growth, connectivity, and urban development across the province.
Stay tuned as Punjab speeds into a new future — one bullet train at a time! 🚄✨
