In continuation of the measures taken up in the wake ofCOVID-19, it has been decided to cancel all the passenger trains includingsuburban trains till May 17.

However, freight and parcel train operations will continue during this period. In addition, railways plan to run Shramik Special Trains for nominated people like migrant workers, pilgrims, tourists, students, and other persons who stranded at different places and are identified, registered by State government.

According to SCR, these Shramik Special Trains will be operated only on request of State governments, and as per the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs and anyone who wants to travel should contact the State government only.

"No tickets will be issued to any individual and no requestfrom any group or individual will be entertained. As such, it is appealed toall rail passengers that they should not come directly to the railway stationunder any circumstances," a press release said.