Federal Minister for Railways and Aviation, Khawaja Saad Rafique, has posited sabotage as a potential cause of the train accident in Nawabshah and a potential mechanical fault. He revealed that initial investigations indicated the Hazara Express train was travelling reasonably fast before it derailed. According to initial reports, the accident claimed 28 lives and caused several injuries. Emergency measures have been implemented in hospitals in Sukkur and Nawabshah in response to this tragic incident.
Rescue and Investigation Underway After Deadly Derailment
In the wake of the accident, which resulted in the derailment of 10 bogies and over 100 injuries, the cause remains uncertain. The incident occurred near Sahara Railway Station when the Hazara Express was en route from Karachi. Rescue operations are underway, with an emergency declared in nearby hospitals and paramilitary forces mobilized to assist the civil administration in relief efforts. Meanwhile, officials are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the derailment.
