The rescue operation following the Rehman Baba Express accident near Sher Shah Bridge in Multan has been completed, with six deaths confirmed.
All 15 coaches of the Rehman Baba Express, travelling from Karachi to Peshawar, derailed near Sher Shah Bridge in Multan.
According to sources, the train was travelling at high speed, causing all its coaches to overturn.
A passenger said the accident occurred at 5:15 a.m. The passenger added that the nuts and bolts of coach number 9 had been repaired near Rohri.
Rescue officials said another body had been recovered from an affected coach, bringing the death toll to six, while more than 30 people were injured. All bodies and injured passengers were taken to Nishtar Hospital, where an emergency was declared.
According to officials, the rescue operation has been completed. However, an 18-month-old girl has been missing since the accident, and the search for her continues.
The Divisional Superintendent of Railways said it was too early to comment on the cause of the accident. He said the down track would be restored within three to four hours. A committee is investigating the accident, and evidence is being collected.
He added that another coach had been provided to transport passengers from the affected train to the railway station.
Prime Minister Takes Notice of the Accident
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took notice of the derailment of the Rehman Baba Express coaches in Multan and expressed sorrow over the injuries sustained by passengers.
He directed the relevant authorities to accelerate rescue efforts and provide all possible medical assistance to the injured.
Railways Minister Directs Provision of Best Medical Care
Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi also took notice of the accident and instructed officials to provide the best possible medical care to injured passengers.
Abbasi said he shared the grief of the families of passengers who lost their lives. He added that compensation would be provided for deceased and injured passengers in accordance with the railway insurance policy.
