The Jaffar Express, which operates between Quetta and Peshawar, will remain suspended for two days, Pakistan Railways officials have confirmed.
The train will not depart from Quetta for Peshawar on August 25 and 26. Railway authorities have refunded the fares of passengers who had booked seats for the affected dates.
Pakistan Railways has not disclosed the reason for the latest suspension. The decision has affected passengers planning to travel between Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The Jaffar Express is an important inter-provincial rail service. It connects Quetta with Peshawar and serves passengers traveling through several cities along the route.
The latest suspension is also notable because the service has faced repeated disruptions this month. Officials said the train has been suspended at least three times during August.
Earlier, a Jaffar Express traveling from Peshawar toward Quetta was terminated at Jacobabad Railway Station instead of completing its scheduled journey.
The repeated disruptions have created difficulties for passengers who depend on the train for long-distance travel. Travelers may now need to make alternative arrangements during the two-day suspension.
The Jaffar Express normally provides a major rail connection between Quetta and Peshawar. Its route passes through several important railway stations and connects communities across multiple provinces.
The train service has faced operational and security challenges in recent years. Previous disruptions have also affected its regular schedule.
For passengers booked on August 25 and 26, the refund of ticket fares provides financial relief. However, travelers may still face additional costs if they need to use alternative transport.
Pakistan Railways has not announced whether further changes to the schedule will be made after August 26. Passengers planning to travel after the suspension period are advised to check the latest railway updates before departure.
The latest development comes as Pakistan Railways continues efforts to maintain passenger services across the country. Any prolonged suspension of the Jaffar Express could affect inter-provincial connectivity.
Railway officials are expected to provide further information if the service schedule changes. For now, the Quetta-to-Peshawar service will remain suspended on August 25 and 26.
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