SHIKARPUR: A powerful explosion on a railway track near Humayun village caused three carriages of the Rawalpindi-bound Jaffar Express to derail, police confirmed on Monday.
The train, which was en route to Quetta from Rawalpindi, encountered the blast on the track, resulting in the derailment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, while emergency teams reached the site to assess the damage and ensure passenger safety.
Police said the casualties were not reported in the incident and police personnel are on the spot. The bomb disposal squad has also been summoned, the nature of the blast is being determined.
Railway officials said operations are underway to remove the affected bogies and restore track.
