Multan:Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has announced that compensation will be provided to the deceased and injured passengers of the recent train accident near Multan, in line with the Railways’ insurance policy.

According to Radio Pakistan, Abbasi expressed deep grief and sorrow for the families of the passengers who lost their lives in the incident. He also stated that directives have been issued to provide the best medical facilities to the injured passengers.

The Minister for Railways has instructed the Federal Government Inspector of Railways to conduct an investigation into the train accident. Train operations via Lodhran and Jahanian have been fully restored, he confirmed.

Information and Help Desks have been established at all major stations to assist passengers and the public around the clock. District Coordination Officers have been directed to arrange alternative travel options and ensure ticket refunds where necessary.

Additionally, buses have been organized in collaboration with the Multan district administration for passengers wishing to continue their journeys by road.