KSS’s Educational Tour to Orange Line Headquarters

The Khwarizmi Science Society (KSS) organised an educational tour to the Orange Line Headquarters. This tour offered participants a unique opportunity to explore the inner workings of Lahore’s first metro system and gain insights into its technological and operational complexities.

Total Participants: 31 Members of KSS, ranging from PhD scholars to School Students.

Tour Itinerary: Participants visited the following main points.

• Detailed formal presentation at OCC Conference room
• OCC Control Center
• Simulator Room Visit
• E&M Cultural Room Visit
• Rolling Stock Parking Garage
• Train Washing Area

With a warm welcome and a comprehensive presentation, the head office staff set the stage for an unforgettable experience. The presentation covered the history, infrastructure, and plans of the Orange Line. The representatives provided an in-depth yet accessible overview, breaking down complex technical details into digestible segments. An interactive Q&A session then followed with thoughtful responses from the representatives.

From the bustling operations room to the state-of-the-art training simulator, the participants later witnessed the intricate workings of this modern transportation system. The cultural museum, a testament to the Pakistan-China friendship, added a unique touch to the tour.

As the participants further explored the head office facilities, it became clear that the Orange Line is more than just a mode of transportation; it’s a symbol of progress and innovation. The dedication and expertise of the staff were evident at every step.

KSS’s visit was a valuable opportunity to learn about the technology, infrastructure, and challenges involved in operating a metro system. It was a day filled with discovery, inspiration, and a deep appreciation for the engineering marvel that is the Orange Line Metro.

Pointers from Q&A Session:

What is the working capacity of the train?

How did the organization handle the two major blackouts in the last four years?

How do they inspect any anomalies in the track?

How does the organization envision the next 10 years? Will there be advancements?

How they dealt with pandemic ?

How is power provided to train ?

Can you just monitor the circuit breakers or actually control them remotely ?

Testimonials from Participants: 

Read testimonials from participants shared via Whatsapp below.

• It was a really fantastic event. Special thanks to KSS volunteers and OT management ~ Izhar Sagheer
• I wanted to express my appreciation for the outstanding science visit you organized. It was a pleasure to attend ~ Muhammad Ahmad
• Thank you so much to the entire team of KSS for arranging such an amazing event. We really enjoyed.. Stay blessed ~ Saima Abid
• Outstanding Visit Today. Thanks To The Management For Arranging Such A Beautiful Survey ~ M Zubair Saeed
• Today’s visit was an amazing learning opportunity for seekers of knowledge. It was a really enjoyable experience. Many thanks to KSS team ~ Aafia Shahid
• Such an amazing effort, loved being there! ~ Kiran
• Amazing experience. next level. can’t describe the feeling. Every time i get on the 🍊 train it will be with a  different mindset. InshAllah. Continuing exploring avenues with Kss Family.💯✨Kudos to the Management who made this possible.💯~ Ammar Asif
• Well organized and very professional visit. Team KSS are very appreciated for this ~ Muhammad Hamza
• Thank you so much KSS team for arranging such an amazing visit. It was incredibly informative. As it was my first experience with KSS, I’m looking forward to participating  in more activities, visits and exhibitions by your team🙏🌟😇 ~ Sana Ayub

ماشاء اللّٰہ. بہترین وزٹ اورنج لائن میں سفر کرنے کا اتفاق تو کئی مرتبہ ہوا لیکن سارے آپریشن کے تفصیلی نظارہ پہلی بار کیا خوب لطف اندوز ہوئے شکریہ ٹیم کا جنھوں نے ایک منظم و مربوط مطالعاتی دورے میں شمولیت کا موقع فراہم کیا

~ Muhammad Amin