Abbasi orders inquiry into Rehman Baba Express crash

In Multan he told APP four people, including a girl, were killed and about 30 injured, one critically. He told Dawn he confirms four deaths and cannot confirm a fifth. Pakistan Railways lists 41 injured. Spokesperson Babar Ali had said five were killed.

Abbasi told APP four people, including a minor girl, were killed and around 30 injured, one critically. He told Dawn he confirms four deaths and cannot confirm a fifth. Pakistan Railways lists 41 injured. Babar Ali had said five were killed.

He ordered a full investigation, said anyone found responsible would face the law, and promised financial help for the victims.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took notice, telephoned the minister, and directed immediate medical care and faster rescue work.

Abbasi said the district administration, Pakistan Railways, Pakistan Army personnel and rescue workers took part in relief.

No cause has been announced. He said work on tracks, train maintenance and coaches is already under way.

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