Pakistan Railways has announced the operation of three special trains on the occasion of Eid al-Azha to facilitate passengers travelling across the country during the holidays.

According to railway authorities, the first special train will depart from Quetta for Karachi on May 23.

The second Eid special train will leave Karachi for Rawalpindi on May 24, while the third train will depart from Karachi for Lahore at 7 p.m. on May 25.

Officials said all three special trains will consist entirely of economy class coaches to accommodate a larger number of passengers.

Pakistan Railways said the initiative aims to provide additional travel facilities to the public ahead of Eid al-Azha and manage the expected increase in passenger traffic during the festive season.