Passenger Safety Guidelines for Pakistan Railway Travel
Stay safe on every journey — expert safety guidelines, emergency contacts, and practical tips for all passengers.
Critical Emergency Contacts to Save
Secure Your Luggage
- Use a chain lock to secure heavy luggage to the under-berth hooks
- Keep valuables (phone, wallet, documents) in a body pouch or front pocket
- Never leave luggage unattended, even for bathroom breaks
- Use luggage with locks and keep keys separate from bags
- Take photos of your luggage for identification if lost
Stay Alert at Stations
- Be cautious of pickpockets in crowded platforms, especially in Karachi and Lahore
- Don't accept food or drinks from strangers — drugging incidents have been reported
- Keep your ticket and ID accessible but secure
- Arrive at the station 30 minutes early for express trains
- Use the official Pakistan Railways app or website for ticket verification
Women & Family Safety
- Book seats in ladies-only compartments when available
- AC Business and AC Standard classes tend to be safer for women travelers
- Travel with at least one companion for overnight journeys
- Share your live train location with family using RailTracking.pk
- Keep the railway police number 1316 saved on speed dial
Night Travel Precautions
- Book upper berths — they're harder for thieves to access
- Keep coach doors locked from inside during sleeping hours
- Place shoes inside your bag to prevent theft
- Avoid displaying expensive electronics after dark
- Set an alarm 30 minutes before your destination arrives
Emergency Preparedness
- Save Pakistan Railways helpline 117 in your phone
- Railway Police helpline: 1316 — available 24/7
- Keep a power bank charged — outlets may not work
- Carry basic medicines (motion sickness, pain relief)
- Know the emergency chain procedure — pull only in genuine emergencies
Health & Comfort
- Carry your own water bottle — fill at major stations
- Pack snacks for long journeys; platform food quality varies
- Bring a light blanket — AC coaches can get very cold
- Wear comfortable shoes you can easily slip on/off
- Use earplugs and an eye mask for overnight journeys
Pro Tip: Share Your Live Location
Use RailTracking.pk's Find My Train feature to share your live train location with family. They'll know exactly where you are at all times, making your journey safer and their wait shorter.
Safety FAQs
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Immediately report the loss to the Train Conductor or Guard. File a complaint at the nearest Railway Police post (usually at major stations). Note down your train number, coach number, and seat number. Call the Pakistan Railways helpline 117 for assistance. Keep your ticket as proof of travel.
Pakistan Railways has designated ladies' compartments on most trains. Women traveling alone should prefer AC classes or ladies' compartments. Avoid isolated coaches, especially during late hours. Keep your phone charged and share your live location with family using RailTracking.pk's Find My Train feature.
Save these numbers: Pakistan Railways Helpline: 117, Railway Police: 1316, Rescue Service: 1122, Pakistan Emergency: 115. Also save the station master's number of your departure and arrival stations.
Most express trains don't have dedicated medical staff, but train guards carry basic first-aid kits. Major junction stations like Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Multan have medical rooms. For serious emergencies, the train can make an unscheduled stop at the nearest station.
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