SOP to facilitate movement of persons by train

Home Affairs Ministry has issued Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) to facilitate the movement of persons by train amid lockdown imposed to contain COVID-19 spread.

As per the SOP, all the passengers entering the railway station will undergo a compulsory medical screening for COVID-19 infection.

Movement of passengers to & fro and entry at the railway station will be permitted only on the confirmed e-ticket.

During the travel and at the railway stations, Strict adherence to Health/hygiene protocols and social distancing.

All passengers would be provided with hand sanitizer at entry and exit points at the station and in coaches.

It will be ensured that all passengers wear face covers and masks at entry and during travel.

On arrival at their destination, the traveling passengers should adhere to all the health protocols prescribed by the destination State/ UT.

Movement of trains shall be permitted by the Ministry of Railways (MoR), in a graded manner, in consultation with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and MHA.