Nine coaches of the Special Sikh Yatri Train, coming from Karachi to Nankana Sahib, got derailed between Shorkot and Peer Mahal stations on Saturday morning, according to state broadcaster.
A spokesman of Pakistan Railways confirmed to Radio Pakistan that there was no casualty or injury.
The majority of the passengers have been accommodated in the first section of the train and sent to Nanka Sahib as a result of the Railways administration’s quick action, the spokesperson added.
Under directions of Railways Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique, a three-member Inquiry Committee has been set up to probe into the incident.
The birth celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak are beginning at Nankana Sahib from Sunday.
In addition to the visas awarded to Sikh pilgrims attending the celebrations from other countries, Pakistan has issued 2,942 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India, according to a news release issued by the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi.he celebrations from other countries.
During the visit, the Sikh pilgrims will go to Dera Sahib, Panja Sahib, Nankana Sahib and Kartarpur Sahib.
