First North-South train resumes operation after three-month hiatus

Railway operators moved to suspend North-South trains on August 25 due to the complicated development relating to the COVID-19 pandemic across the country.

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The first North-South train resumes operation on October 13 following several local authorities easing COVID-19 restrictions.

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Only one North-South train departs from Hanoi railway station on October 13.

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A number of passengers head to the station early in order to purchase train tickets to return to their hometowns.

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A student shows his joy at being allowed to return to his hometown of Ho Chi Minh City following the long social distancing period.

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Passengers are required to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 pandemic at least 14 days before departure.

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Passengers also have their body temperatures measured before boarding.

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They must also write a commitment on COVID-19 prevention and control measures before leaving.

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Those without the necessary certificates showing negative COVID-19 tests are required to undergo a rapid antigen tests at the railway station.

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The train is kept hygienic in an effort to prevent the potential spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

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Passengers maintain a safe distance to avoid the pandemic.

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Only 162 of a total of 378 seats are sold in the first North-South train in a bid to ensure safety for passengers during the nation’s COVID-19 fight.

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Many people do protective gears during their trip.

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Children join their families as they head back to their hometown after several months being left stranded in Hanoi.

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SE5 train departs from the Hanoi railway station at 3:20 p.m. on October 13, with the train scheduled to arrive at Sai Gon railway station at 5:20 a.m. on October 15.

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First North-South train resumes operation after three-month hiatus

VOV.VN - The first North-South train restarted operations on the afternoon of October 13 following a three-month temporary suspension aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many passengers unable to hide their joy at returning to their various hometowns.

First North-South train resumes operation after three-month hiatus

VOV.VN - The first North-South train restarted operations on the afternoon of October 13 following a three-month temporary suspension aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many passengers unable to hide their joy at returning to their various hometowns.

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