Weather Peshawar: Storms and Private Trains
The Tejas Express has carried over 1 million passengers in its first year, generating significant revenue for the Indian Railways, while Pakistan's weather conditions have damaged crops, properties, and infrastructure, highlighting the need for effective disaster management and climate change mitigation strategies.
India's first private train, the Tejas Express, has completed one year of operations, while Pakistan is dealing with severe weather conditions, including strong winds and thunderstorms that have caused damage and loss of life.
The Tejas Express, launched on September 17, 2018, has been a huge success, with occupancy rates reaching as high as 90% in some months. The train has modern amenities, including air-conditioned coaches, free Wi-Fi, and onboard catering, making it a popular choice among passengers. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, the Karachi Port Trust has issued a high alert for heavy monsoon rains, finalizing precautionary arrangements to ensure safety.
The success of the Tejas Express has paved the way for the introduction of more private trains in India, with the Indian Railways planning to launch several new private trains in the coming months. In contrast, Pakistan is grappling with increasingly frequent extreme weather events blamed on climate change, with temperatures reaching near-record levels in April. The death toll from the recent storms has risen to 10, with 43 people injured, according to officials.
As India continues to modernize its rail services, Pakistan is focusing on mitigating the effects of severe weather conditions. The National Disaster Management Authority has warned of continued stormy weather until Saturday, and the Karachi Port Trust remains vigilant and prepared to address any situation arising from the anticipated monsoon conditions.