Pakistan Railways has decided to suspend the Sir Syed Express after the private firm M/s Ras Logistics withdrew from its operation, citing declining revenue—especially following the launch of the Shah Hussain Express on the same route.
A notification regarding the suspension has been issued by railway headquarters, while the Shah Hussain Express is set to start operating today between Lahore and Karachi.
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Earlier this month, Pakistan Railways announced plans to privatize seven passenger trains to enhance service quality. The privatization process will be carried out through an open bidding system, enabling private companies that meet technical criteria to compete financially.
Due to delays in preparing bidding documents, interested firms have been given until February 25, 2025, to submit their final bids.
The trains scheduled for privatization include the Karachi Express, Farid Express, Bahauddin Zakariya Express, Sukkur Express, Mohenjo Daro Express, and Rawalpindi Passenger Train.
