Business Desk 
Oct 09, 2025
Pakistan Railways is preparing to launch a new shuttle train service connecting Lahore, Kasur, and Pakpattan in an important effort to improve regional connectivity and give passengers a quicker, less expensive, and environmentally friendly travel option.
The proposed Lahore-Kasur-Pakpattan shuttle train's feasibility report has been finished and sent to the railway administration for approval.
Railway officials say the shuttle train will serve the needs of traders, students, and everyday commuters by running between Lahore and Pakpattan via Kasur.
It is anticipated that this new service will lessen traffic on the roads, save fuel costs, and revitalise smaller train stations along the way.
By making it simpler for people to travel between cities for business, education, or employment, the project is expected to increase local trade and economic activity.
The government's goal of modernising the transport industry is in line with the proposed shuttle train, according to the railway authorities, who have voiced optimism about it.
Following approval, planning for construction and operations will start in order to provide the service as soon as possible.
Thousands of passengers who regularly travel between these cities for business, education, and employment are anticipated to benefit from the project.
The project will improve traffic flow between the connected districts and promote rail travel, both of which will benefit the environment.
The launch of the shuttle train service is anticipated to boost the local economy and is a major step in enhancing the region's overall transportation infrastructure.
