Kharian: (RightNow) A bogie of the Pakistan Express, traveling from Rawalpindi to Karachi, derailed near Kharian. The incident occurred when the train departed Rawalpindi at 6 AM.

Following the derailment, passengers were left in distress. Railway staff promptly arrived at the scene and detached the derailed bogie. The train was then sent on its way to Karachi.

Railway officials have stated that a fault in the braking system might be the cause of the accident. They further mentioned that a thorough investigation will be conducted.

This incident adds to the long history of train accidents in Pakistan. Government efforts to prevent train accidents are ongoing.

It is noteworthy that in 2025, a new directive was issued prohibiting the use of coaches with faulty braking systems.