Hassan Abdal railway station is one of the most eye-catchy Victorian-style railway stations which is located in beautiful Hassan Abdal town of the district Attock, Punjab Pakistan. The railway station is not only known for its mesmerizing beauty, however, for its significant location. Hassan Abdal railway station was established in 1839 during the British era in the sub-continent. Recently, Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Imran Khan inaugurated the up-gradation of this railway station under the ML-1 project (Main Line-1) on 6th November, 2020. The project holds a plan of up-gradation of all railway stations across the Pakistan with the latest technologies. The project is broadly part of China Pakistan Economic Corridor plan (CPEC) to build a new economic development hub.
Exaltation of Hassan Abdal railway station took place approximately after 127 years to facilitate the passengers and tourists. The up-gradation of Hassan Abdal railway station also attracts the Sikh tourists who use the station to reach their religious stations as Nankana Sahib and Panja Sahib. Hassan Abdal railway station is commonly in use of Sikh pilgrims from India and across the world for traditional Besakhi Meila (festival) in April.
Hassan Abdal railway station is not only known for its significant locality, however, the station is also known for its beautiful red brick multi-story building. The railway station building is a combination of red and white bricks which presents the mixture of old and modern legacy. However, long verandas (corridors) and giant trees in the surroundings make the scenery more mesmerizing. On the top of the central building there is Qlima Tayyaba “LA ILAHA ILLALLAH, MUHAMMAD UR RASOOL ALLAH” been written. The outer side of the building is based on a beautiful lush green grassy garden. The railway engine model is also deployed there to attract passengers and tourists. On the front gate of the Hassan Abdal railway station, the flag of Pakistan been designed to show nationalism. The inner side of the railway station is divided into several sections to facilitate the visitors;
· Station master office: to deal with all the issues of the station.
· Reservation Office: to make reservations of passenger seats and bogies.
· Ticket Booth (ticket ghar): To issue tickets for passengers.
· Washrooms: public toilets for males and females separately.
· Wudhu Khana: Place to facilitate passengers and visitors to make wudhu for prayers.
· Parcel Office: To maintain inside-outside parcels.
The station operates two trains for various cities across the country.
· Awami Express:
13UP: Karachi (Cantt) – Peshawar (Cantt), Arrival: 14:30am- Departure: 14:32am
· Awami Express:
14DN: Peshawar (Cantt) – Karachi (Cantt), Arrival: 10:58am- Departure: 11:00am
The near about Hassan Abdal railway station are Gurdwara Panja Sahab and the tomb of Lala Rukh. However, the station is connected to the national highway also can be reached from Bafahad road. Mehmoodabad, Mohallah Panjabian, Mohallah Milad Nagar and Khwaja Nagar are some famous local areas that are also located in the neighborhood of Hassan Abdal railway station. Moreover, for visitors, there are two famous local hotels including Royal Manor and Royalson Hotel & Restaurants
As Hassan Abdal railway the station is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Pakistan Railways therefore, the maintenance, as well as upgrading and renovation, are administrated by the ministry directly. For queries & further information regarding traffic on Hassan Abdal railway station, one can contact on official numbers:
· Pakistan Railway Landline no: 042-99070011
· Railway Auto Dial: 051-3014
· Email ID: [email protected]
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