Web Desk: Several coaches of the Rahman Baba Express travelling from Karachi to Peshawar derailed near Multan early Tuesday, prompting a rescue operation involving Pakistan Army personnel.
The incident occurred at around 5:15 a.m. near Sher Shah railway station, according to initial information.
The train was en route to Peshawar when some of its coaches came off the tracks near the station. Authorities immediately launched emergency response measures following the derailment.
Soon after the accident, Pakistan Army rescue teams reached the site and joined the emergency operation.
Army personnel are continuing rescue and relief activities at the affected section of the railway track as authorities work to respond to the incident and restore the rail route.
Meanwhile, emergency teams have been deployed at the scene to assist passengers affected by the derailment.
All passengers injured in the accident have been shifted to Nishtar Hospital in Multan for medical treatment, according to the information available so far.
Authorities are continuing rescue operations, while further details about the number of casualties and the cause of the derailment are awaited.
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