A passenger train derailed in central Pakistan early Tuesday, resulting in four deaths and 30 injuries, according to police and a Pakistan Railways official. The incident occurred in Sher Shah city, Punjab province. The train was en route from Karachi to Peshawar. Rescue teams recovered all four bodies and evacuated the injured from the 14-carriage train. The injured were taken to a hospital for treatment.
The derailment happened during early morning hours. Railway spokesman Kaleem Akhtar confirmed the casualties and described the rescue operation. No immediate details were provided about the cause of the accident. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene. The train was carrying passengers traveling between southern and northern regions of the country.
This is the second derailment reported in the region this month. Previous incidents have raised concerns about rail safety in Pakistan. The government has been urged to improve infrastructure and maintenance. The current derailment highlights ongoing challenges in the country’s transportation network. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause.
