Rehman Baba Express Derails in Pakistan, Five Killed and 30 Injured

A major railway accident occurred in Multan, Punjab, Pakistan, on October 13, 2026, when the Rehman Baba Express derailed near Sher Shah Bridge. Initial reports indicated that around five people were killed and approximately 30 others were injured in the incident.

The passenger train was travelling from Karachi towards Peshawar when several coaches went off the tracks. Emergency services rushed to the site to evacuate passengers and provide medical assistance to those injured in the accident.

Rescue teams worked to clear the affected coaches and search for passengers who might still require assistance. According to initial reports, 13 coaches had been cleared, while rescue operations continued in another coach.

The injured passengers were taken to nearby medical facilities, including Nishtar Hospital in Multan, for treatment.

Authorities coordinated rescue efforts to ensure that affected passengers received emergency assistance as quickly as possible.

Pakistan’s authorities took notice of the accident and called for rescue operations to be expedited. Officials are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the derailment, including the condition of the tracks, the train and other relevant safety factors.

The cause of the derailment has not yet been officially established. The reported death toll and number of injured passengers are based on initial information and may change as authorities complete rescue operations and release further details.