Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi announced that the government has decided not to increase train fares for any class of Pakistan Railways despite rising costs.
According to the minister, the Prime Minister has directed authorities to keep fares unchanged for all categories, including economy and A-class coaches, providing relief to passengers across the country.
Hanif Abbasi said the government will bear an additional financial burden of Rs6 billion until June 30 to prevent any increase in ticket prices.
He said that the Prime Minister’s decision reflects the government’s commitment to supporting citizens during challenging economic conditions, calling it a step that has brought relief and appreciation from railway passengers.
Petrol price in Pakistan today 2026
Prices of petroleum products have gone up from Rs322 per litre to Rs458.40 paisa per litre today.
The diesel prices have been increased to Rs520.35 paisa. The new prices are applicable from today.
The petrol price has increased by Rs136.83 per litre. Additionally, high-speed diesel price increased by Rs184.14 per litre.
Get fuel discounts on these cards after hike in petrol prices
On the other hand, consumers can reduce their fuel expenses by using various petrol discount cards and digital payment options offering cashback and rewards.
To benefit from petrol price discounts, motorists can use dedicated fuel loyalty cards such as GO Cards, which provide reward points, cashless transactions, and savings at over 150 fuel stations nationwide.
Several banks are also offering fuel discount card options, including the HBL FuelSaver Credit Card, which provides up to 5% cashback on fuel purchases, and Standard Chartered’s Xtra Mile account, designed specifically for petrol savings.
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