Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) on Movement of Stranded Workers by Trains

In continuation of the revised consolidated guidelines on lockdown measures dt. 17.05.2020, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued

revised Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) on movement of stranded workers by trains.

  Ministry of Railways (MoR) would permit Movement of Shramik Special trains in consultation with MHA.

  All States/ UTs should designate nodal authorities and make necessary arrangements for receiving and sending such stranded persons.

  Based on the requirements of States/UTs, the train schedule, including stoppages and destination would be finalized by MoR. The same would be communicated by MoR to the States/UTs for making suitable arrangements for sending and receiving such stranded workers.