LATEST NEWS UPDATE
Democracy broke down in India, V-Dem Annual Democracy Report 2021
The UK agreed to send millions of pounds recovered from corrupt officials back to Nigeria
President Biden statement on the Introduction of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021
Indian Railway announced new helpline number-139 to assist passengers during travel
Indian Railways operationalizes 4155 “Shramik Special” trains till 2nd June, 2020 (10.00hrs)across the country and transports more than 57 lacs passengers to their home states through “Shramik Special” trains since May 1
June 5, 2020 at 12:39:05 PM
PIB Delhi
ubsequent to the Ministry of Home Affairs order regarding movement of migrant workers, pilgrims, tourists, students and other persons stranded at different places by special trains, Indian Railways is operating “Shramik Special” trains form 1st May 2020.
As on 2nd June 2020, a total of 4155 “Shramik Special” trains have been operationalized from various states across the country. 102 trains were on the run till 10 am in the morning.Till now, more than 57 lacs migrants have been transported through Shramik Special Trains in 33 days.
These 4155 trains were originated from various states. The top five States/UTs from where maximum trains originated are Gujarat(1027 Trains), Maharashtra(802 Trains), Punjab(416 Trains), Uttar Pradesh (288 Trains) and Bihar (294 Trains).
These “Shramik Special” Trains were terminated in various States across the country. The top five states where maximum trains terminated are Uttar Pradesh(1670 Trains), Bihar(1482 Trains), Jharkhand(194 Trains), Odisha (180 Trains), West Bengal (135 Trains).
It may be noted that trains running now are not facing any congestion.
In addition to Shramik specials, Railways are running 15 pairs of special Rajdhani type trains connecting New Delhi and started 200 more time tabled trains on 1st June.