Pakistan Railways' online reservation system down nationwide

Pakistan Railways’ online reservation system is dysfunctional, causing problems for the passengers at the major stations, ARY News reported on Thursday.

The railway reservation system across Pakistan has been rendered non-functional, affecting operations at major Karachi stations including City, Cantt, Drigh Road, and Landhi.

Passengers are experiencing inconvenience due to online reservation system dysfunctionality.

According to travellers, the railway’s “Raabta” mobile application—central to the modern booking system—has been non-operational for the past four days.

Users report that even when accessible, the app crashes or shuts down every 15 minutes, making online bookings nearly impossible.

Read more: Pakistan Railways to provide free Wi-Fi service in 40 trains

Meanwhile, Pakistan Railways announced to provide free Wi-Fi service in 40 trains very soon.

Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has said under the directives of Prime Minister, Pakistan Railways is working towards extending both passenger and freight services to central Asia.

Addressing a news conference in Multan on Tuesday, he said that uplifting Pakistan Railways has become indispensable for development of the country.

He said that 155 railway stations will be shifted on solar system within two months and free Wi-Fi service also be provided in over 40 trains very soon.