Hanif Abbasi Ends 25-Year Contractor System for Lahore Railway Porters
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In a major and long-awaited move, Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has officially ended the 25-year-old contractor system for porters (coolies) working at Lahore Railway Station. This decision marks a historic change for hundreds of hardworking porters who have struggled for years under the burden of unfair commissions and contract exploitation.
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As per the official notification issued by the Lahore Railway Division, all porters will now work directly under the supervision of the Station Manager, ending the need to pay any commission to private contractors. This reform aims to restore dignity, financial freedom, and fair treatment for porters working in Pakistan Railways.
Lahore Railway Coolies Free From Commission to Contractors 2025 Brief Information
| Topic | Details |
| Announced By | Federal Minister for Railways, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi |
| Department | Pakistan Railways, Lahore Division |
| Decision | Ending 25-year contractor system for porters |
| Effective From | October 2025 |
| Beneficiaries | Porters (Coolies) at Lahore Railway Station |
| New Supervision System | Directly under Station Manager |
| Previous Issue | Porters paid commission to private contractors |
| Official Notification | Issued by Lahore Railway Division |
Background of the Lahore Railway Porters Commission Issue
For over two decades, porters at Lahore Railway Station were working under a private contracting system. These contractors used to charge a commission from porters’ daily earnings, leaving them with very little income despite long working hours.
Due to this system, porters often complained about unfair treatment, lack of job security, and financial exploitation. Repeated appeals to authorities over the years finally led to the attention of Federal Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, who decided to take firm action to restore justice.
New System for Porters Under Station Management
With the end of the contractor system, porters will now operate under the direct supervision of the Station Manager. This means they will no longer pay any portion of their daily earnings as a commission.
This system will also improve management transparency, as every porter will be registered with the Railway Station Office and monitored fairly. The Lahore Division’s official notification clearly states that no middlemen or contractors will be allowed to interfere in the working of porters.
Railway authorities believe this new structure will improve discipline, ensure better customer service for passengers, and enhance the porters’ morale.
Public Reaction and Impact of the Decision
The decision has been widely appreciated across Pakistan, especially by railway workers and trade unions. Many passengers have also expressed their support, noting that this change will bring fairness, transparency, and better service quality at railway stations.
This move by Muhammad Hanif Abbasi is being seen as a major reform in Pakistan Railways, giving a ray of hope to thousands of other daily wage workers who face similar challenges in different departments.
Conclusion
The abolition of the 25-year contractor system for Lahore Railway Porters is a landmark decision by Federal Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi. It not only ensures the financial independence of porters but also shows the government’s commitment to improving working conditions in public service sectors.
This new policy will bring transparency, fairness, and relief for hundreds of hardworking porters who have long awaited justice.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who ended the contractor system for Lahore Railway Station porters?
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi announced the decision.
Q2: How long did the contractor system exist?
The contractor system had been in place for around 25 years.
Q3: Who will now supervise the porters?
All porters will now work directly under the Station Manager’s supervision.
Q4: Will porters still pay commissions?
No, porters will no longer pay any commission to contractors.
Q5: When will this decision take effect?
The decision is effective from October 2025, as notified by Lahore Railway Division.
