Pakistan Railways Just Upgraded the Lasani Express, And It Actually Looks Good

Yesterday, Pakistan Railways rolled out a brand-new set of coaches for the Lasani Express (125-Up and 126-Down) that runs between Lahore, Narowal, and Sialkot. If you travel this route every day, you’ll notice the difference the moment you step inside.

What’s New in These Coaches?

• Better seats with more legroom and actual cushioning

• Proper fans and lights that work

• Cleaner washrooms (yes, really)

• Stronger windows and doors for safety

• Fresh paint inside and out, no more peeling walls

The whole rake has been built in the Pakistan Railways Carriage Factory in Islamabad. These aren’t imported coaches; they’re made here, under the new modernisation plan ordered by the Federal Minister for Railways.

Who Uses This Train?

Thousands of people. Office workers are going to Lahore. Students heading to colleges in Sialkot. Small traders carrying goods between Narowal and the bigger cities. Families visiting relatives. For most of them, this train is cheaper and faster than taking a van or bus on the crowded GT Road.

Before this upgrade, the old coaches were rough. Broken seats, leaking roofs when it rained, and fans that only spun when they felt like it. Now the ride is smoother and safer.

The Bigger Picture

This isn’t a one-off. Railway officials say more upgraded rakes are already in the workshop. The plan is to replace the worst coaches on busy routes across Punjab slowly, and later in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa too.

They’re not promising bullet trains tomorrow. They’re just fixing what’s broken, one train at a time.

When Will You Ride the New Lasani?

The upgraded rake started running from 20 November 2025. If you’re catching the morning 125-Up from Sialkot or the evening 126-Down from Lahore, you’ll probably get the new coaches right now.

Tickets cost the same as before, still the cheapest way to travel this route.

Small Change, Big Difference

It’s not fancy. It’s not high-speed or luxury like the Green Line. But for the daily commuter who just wants a seat that doesn’t hurt their back and a train that leaves on time, this upgrade matters a lot.

And honestly? After years of hearing about plans that never happened, seeing a clean, working train pull into the platform feels good.

If you travel on this route, take a picture next time you board. You’ll want to remember what “normal” is supposed to look like, because Pakistan Railways might actually be turning the corner.

For more updates, visit DrivePK.com