Pakistan Railways reduces fares by 25% for Eid Al-Adha commuters

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has announced a 25 percent reduction in fares ahead of Eid Al-Adha, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported on Tuesday, announcing a special package for commuters wanting to travel home for the annual religious holiday. 
Following the commencement of Dhu Al-Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, from June 8, Eid Al-Adha will be celebrated in Pakistan on June 17. The government usually announces a three-day holiday on the occasion for which people usually travel to their hometowns from the cities and towns where they live and work. 
“Pakistan Railways has announced a 25 percent reduction in the fares as a special package for the commuters on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha,” Radio Pakistan said on Tuesday, adding that the discount would be available on all types of trains and classes but not on Eid special trains.
Pakistan Railways habitually facilitates the public during religious festivities. In April, four special trains were operated to facilitate passengers on Eid Al-Fitr.