{
  "id": 3659731,
  "title": "Agreement inked to expand, modernise KP’s railway network",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/agreement-inked-to-expand-modernise-kps-railway-network",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T02:47:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn - Pakistan",
    "slug": "dawn-pakistan",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2025271/agreement-inked-to-expand-modernise-kps-railway-network"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a significant development for Pakistan Railways, the federal government and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province signed a framework agreement on Tuesday to collaborate on expanding and modernising the province's railway network. The agreement was witnessed by KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi.\n\nThe accord focuses on upgrading approximately 240km of suburban railway lines in KP, including routes such as Peshawar Nowshera Jahangira, Nowshera Mardan Dargai, Nowshera Mardan Charsadda, Nasirpur (Chamkani) Jamrud, and Jamrud Landi Kotal Safari Railway. The Prime Minister's vision of modernising Pakistan Railways will be brought to life through this partnership, according to Abbasi.\n\nThe KP Chief Minister expressed his gratitude to the federal government for the collaborative approach, highlighting the significance of this framework agreement in strengthening ties between the Centre and the province. He emphasized that the agreement marked a pivotal step towards enhanced federal-provincial cooperation and a new era of development, rehabilitation, and modernisation for Pakistan Railways.\n\nFederal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi outlined the benefits of the agreement, stating that it would improve connectivity, modernise passenger facilities, and make daily commuting easier for people across KP. He also announced that the 192km strategic railway line from Kohat through Thall to Kharlachi would be constructed as part of the agreement, further promoting regional connectivity and trade with Central Asian states.\n\nAbbasi underscored that Peshawar Cantonment, Peshawar City, Nowshera, and Jahangira railway stations would receive upgrades, featuring enhanced passenger amenities, cleanliness, and security. He emphasized railway safety as a top priority, urging the KP government to collaborate in transforming unsafe unmanned level crossings into regulated crossings.\n\nThe minister highlighted the commitment of Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan provinces, which are currently contributing to various railway projects, and encouraged KP to further strengthen its partnership with Pakistan Railways. He concluded by reiterating the shared goal of making the railway system more efficient, safe, and modern, thus delivering better travel experiences for the public.",
  "summary": "ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Railways and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Tuesday signed a framework agreement aimed at expanding and modernising the province’s railway network through joint efforts. The agreement was signed in the presence of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and federal minister for railways Hanif Abbasi. Under the agreement, around 240km of suburban railway lines in…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}