The feasibility study for the “Murree Tourist Glass Train Project,” which aims to connect Islamabad and Murree, is set to be completed by April 30, 2025. The responsibility for conducting the study has been given to the National Engineering Services Pakistan (NESPAK).
Once the study is complete, the project will need approval from the relevant authorities before moving to the contract phase, which will be awarded through an international bidding process. The project will be executed under a public-private partnership model.
The proposed route for the glass train will cover a 55-kilometer stretch from Islamabad to Murree, beginning at the H-9 Railway Station in Islamabad.
A meeting held at NESPAK House in Islamabad, chaired by Punjab Transport Minister Bilal Akbar, focused on assigning the feasibility study and addressing key aspects of the project. Stakeholders present at the meeting discussed various elements and shared their insights to ensure the project’s success.
During the session, participants were briefed on the progress of the feasibility study. NESPAK representatives outlined the scope, which includes evaluating railway tracks, station facilities, geological surveys, environmental impact, and other essential factors.
Upon completion of the feasibility study, details of the project’s route, budget, and execution plan will be finalized, setting the stage for subsequent phases, including contract awarding and project implementation.
