Big news for train passengers! Indian Railways may open up all passenger services in April
The graded increase in passenger train services may lead to a full resumption of all passenger train operations from April 1, 2021, in view of the festive season.
Railways suspended all passenger trains in March 2020 following the national lockdown to combat Covid 19 pandemic. The Railways have been increasing the number of train services over the past few months with more than 65% trains now running across the country. More than 250 were added in January 2021 alone and more trains will be added gradually.
Commerce & industry and railways minister Piyush Goyal had earlier this month said that normal train services will be decided upon in consultation with other stakeholders as Covid situation is being monitored. While the vaccination drive has gathered momentum, there was need to adhere to precautions and preventions, the minister said.
“There is no such given date. All factors need to be considered and inputs of all stakeholders must be factored in before taking a decision in this regard,” a railway spokesperson told FE.
The decision will cover all types of trains including general, Shatabdi and Rajdhani. Almost all suburban or metro trains have also come back on track.
