Four bogies of Quetta-bound Jaffar Express on Tuesday derailed near Gujranwala as passengers remained safe except injuries to some. Pakistan Railways sources quoting initial reports said the train driver found the track uneven near Aminabad Mor and he immediately applied the break. Some 15 passengers brought to DHQ Hospital Gujranwala, 10 of them were discharged after treatment. No loss of life was reported so far.
Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique expressed sorrow over the incident and directed the officials to ensure rescue activities, besides providing immediate help to the passengers. He also directed early clearance of the track and the alternate train arrangement if required. Railways Chief Executive Officer Javed Anwar, Divisional Superintendent Sufian Sarfaraz Doggar and other officers were monitoring the situation from the control room. The reason behind the accident would be ascertained after a detailed inquiry, whose report would be presented in 72 hours, the sources said.
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