🚆✨ Travel on overdrive! Railways on the Chinese mainland smashed records on the first day of the eight-day National Day & Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, handling a staggering 23.13 million passenger trips. That's the highest single-day number ever recorded, according to the China State Railway Group Co., Ltd.
With the Mid-Autumn Festival landing on October 6 this year, families and explorers jumped at the chance for epic getaways and reunion feasts. To keep the good vibes rolling:
- 1,409 extra trains added to the schedule 🚄
- Smart luggage lockers for hassle-free travel 🧳
- Enhanced power checks at major hubs for safety ⚡
The operator estimates another 19.3 million trips on Thursday alone. And according to the Ministry of Transport, around 2.36 billion passenger trips are expected during the holiday—an average of 295 million per day, a 3.2% increase from last year.
Whether you're heading home for mooncakes or exploring new spots, the rails are ready for smooth rides and unforgettable moments. All aboard! 🌕🚂
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China's railway passenger trips hit record high on National Day
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