The government has allowed resumption of train services from June 1 in a graded manner as part of relaxations being provided under the phase 4 of the lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19 pandemic. The Indian Railways will start operations of 200 passenger trains apart from Shramik trains which are being run to help migrants reach their homes. Bookings for all these trains began from May 21. Passengers who want to book tickets can only do so from IRCTC website or mobile application. Reservation centres are shut across the country, the Ministry of Railways said in a press release. (Also Read: Coronavirus Crisis: Railways Extends Duration Of Cancelled Tickets Refund)
The government has laid out strict guidelines for traveling by these trains. As per the rules mentioned, only confirmed ticket holders will be allowed to enter the railway station, screening of passengers will be done before boarding and only asymptomatic passengers are allowed to enter/board the train, the Railway Ministry said.
Here is the full list of trains which will be started by Indian Railways from June 1:
Source: Ministry of Railways
RAC and Wait list will be generated as per extant rules; however, waiting list ticket holders shall not be permitted to board the train. No unreserved tickets will be issued and no tickets will be issued onboard to any passenger during the journey, the Ministry of Railways noted.