It is important to note that Pakistan Railways raised the rail fares on February 1 in response to the recent nationwide increase in the price of petroleum products.
In order to modernize the railway department’s operations, Pakistan Railways has moved the entire system to the Railway Automated Booking and Travel Assistance (RABTA) app, according to report on Monday.
The Federal Minister for Railways established a joint venture with two Chinese businesses to use information technology to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Pakistan Railways (IT). RABTA app allows users to book a ticket, taxi, meal, or hotel with a single tap, was developed by the railways in partnership with Chinese businesses.
In this case, the excise duty on air tickets is a topic of discussion with the federal government, according to Railway Minister, who also announced that the app will add an extra Rs 9 to each railway ticket purchased by the customer.
The federal minister added that the app will allow users to track train schedules and book packages. He claimed that this app is a crucial step in improving the operational aspects of railroads and that this service was launched on a revenue-sharing basis with China.
It is important to note that Pakistan Railways raised the rail fares on February 1 in response to the recent nationwide increase in the price of petroleum products. Details indicate that the railway ministry increased train fares by 8% with immediate effect. All trains and classes, with the exception of the Green Line, will see a fare increase.
A spokesman for Railways stated in a statement that the ministry decided to raise the fares as a result of the recent increase in diesel prices, which added an additional burden of more than Rs 10 million per day.
Pakistan Railways was established in the colonial era in the 19th century and today operates passenger and freight services across the country, connecting major cities and providing transportation for millions of passengers annually.