Pakistan, June 4 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday appreciating Pakistan Railways for passenger facilitation and the upgradation of rail stations, directed that investment in freight services and the timely completion of mega projects be prioritised for the long-term and sustainable development of the service.

The prime minister, chairing a meeting to review the progress in railway projects, said that a world-class freight service would not only facilitate the transportation of industrial products but also significantly increase the railways' annual revenue. He directed that prior approval of financial and institutional arrangements for ongoing mega railway projects must be ensured to avoid unnecessary interruptions and delay...