On Tuesday, for the first time in nearly 50 days, passengers will be able to board inter-state trains in India.
The government organised special trains earlier this month for stranded migrant workers who wanted to return home. But the latest announcement applies to everyone.
The trains will depart from the capital, Delhi, and will go to 15 cities, including Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai and Ahmedabad. Tickets can be purchased online later on Monday.
India is at the half-way mark of its third lockdown, which began with states easing restrictions. The resumption of partial railway services is the biggest relaxation yet, even as infections continue to rise.
The country has confirmed nearly 63,000 cases, including almost 20,000 who have recovered, and over 2,000 deaths.
Source:Â bbc.com