Jaffar Express Suspended for Two Days as Pakistan Railways Pushes Digitization Drive QUETTA — Pakistan Railways has announced that the Jaffar Express will remain suspended on August 25 and 26, halting its usual Quetta-to-Peshawar service as a precautionary step. Railway officials confirmed, however, that the Chaman Passenger Train departed from Quetta on schedule on Sunday, […]
The attack took place on March 11, when the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express — carrying 440 passengers — was ambushed. Several hostages were taken during the assault, prompting a two-day security operation to neutralize the threat and rescue the captives. Weapons were left behind by United States forces following their 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. Among the […]
According to details provided in the National Assembly, Frontier Corps (FC) and Railway Police will provide the security responsibilities for these trains. Additionally, 35 officers equipped with modern weapons have been deployed to the Jaffar Express and Bolan Mail to counter any possible threats and ensure the safety of passengers during travel. Moreover, Pakistan Railways […]
On March 11, a group of terrorists launched an attack on the Peshawar-Quetta Jaffar Express in the Bolan Pass area of Balochistan. As per details, Jaffar Express departed for Quetta from Peshawar. Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, Engineer Amir Muqam, saw off the passengers with special prayers. Speaking to the media, the minister […]
The resolution moved by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary lauded Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force, FC, SSG and law enforcement agencies for their unwavering commitment, bravery and sacrifice in safeguarding the lives of the citizens and protecting the integrity of Pakistan. It recognized that their heroic efforts in neutralizing the terrorists involved in […]
The president lauded the valor of security forces for rescuing the passengers of Jaffar Express and said that attacks on innocent civilians and passengers were inhuman and condemnable acts. The Baloch nation strongly opposed those elements who had taken unarmed passengers, elders, and children hostage, he added. The president said neither any religion nor society […]
According to railway sources, terrorists opened fire on Peshawar-Quetta Jaffar Express, leaving the driver with severe injuries. Following the horrific incident, an emergency has been declared in all hospitals in Sibbi. It’s worth mentioning here that Pakistan Railways had suspended the operations ofthe Jaffar Express between Quetta and Peshawar due to security reasons. Pakistan Railways […]
