According to officials in Lahore, the department is incurring a daily loss of Rs 3.6 million as a result of rising fuel prices. With the railway network consuming approximately 350,000 litres of diesel daily, the monthly deficit has now exceeded Rs 109 million.

A committee is currently reviewing the potential fare hike to address the financial impact of escalating fuel prices. Previously, on June 18, fares were increased by 4% for freight services and 3% for passenger services. However, this upcoming revision is expected to place a greater share of the burden on freight operations to protect passengers from further fare hikes.

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Officials added that efforts are being made to ensure minimal additional costs for passenger services. In order to prevent public backlash, the strategy s goal is to increase the burden on freight services.

A final decision on the fare adjustments is expected soon, as the department struggles to keep operations financially sustainable amid rising fuel prices.