Pakistan Railways requests restoration of historic Khewra station for tourism
Pakistan Railways has approached the Punjab Archaeology Department to restore the British-era Khewra Railway Station in Pakistan as a tourist attraction.
Request for historical preservation
The railway operator submitted a formal request regarding the station which stopped serving passengers in 2011. Documents indicate that the building, platforms and associated infrastructure have suffered significant deterioration since operations ceased.
History of the line
The Chalisa-Khewra section opened in August 1887 to transport rock salt and coal while serving local passengers. The facility supported industrial growth for companies such as Imperial Chemical Industries before road transport reduced freight volume from the 1990s.
Current operational status
Passenger services ended in 2011 and the station has remained non-operational since that date. The Punjab Archaeology Department is now evaluating the proposal to restore the site for visitors.
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