Eidul Adha 2025: Pakistan Railways to run special trains

LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has announced the operation of five special trains on the occasion of Eidul Adha 2025 to facilitate passengers traveling to various cities.

According to the railway spokesperson, the special Eidul Fitr trains will run between June 2 and 4 from multiple stations across the Pakistan.

The schedule released by PR stated that the first special train will depart from Karachi Cantt to Lahore at 1:00 PM on June 2.

The second train will depart from Quetta for Peshawar Cantt at 10:00 AM on June 3.

The third train will leave Lahore for Karachi Cantt at 5:00 PM on June 3. The fourth train will depart from Karachi City for Rawalpindi at 8:00 PM on June 3.

The fifth special train will depart from Karachi Cantt for Lahore at 8:00 PM on June 4.

The spokesperson added that coaches for the first, second, and fourth trains will be arranged from carriage workshops, while the third and fifth trains will utilize existing rakes already prepared for Eid special services.

Read more: Eidul Adha 2025 expected dates in Pakistan

Eidul Adha, one of the most anticipated occasions in Pakistan — especially for children — is expected to be celebrated on Saturday, June 7, 2025, according to initial predictions

Eidul Adha, one of Islam’s two major festivals, commemorates the unwavering devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), who was willing to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command.

A central ritual of the celebration is Qurbani (sacrifice), where Muslims slaughter animals such as cows, goats, sheep, or camels, following Islamic guidelines.

The meat is then distributed among family members, relatives, and those in need, reflecting the spirit of sharing and compassion that defines the festival.