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People were speechless: it is now strictly forbidden to do this on trains – how will Russian Railways passengers travel now
People have lost the power of speech. Now it is strictly forbidden to do this on trains. How will Russian Railways passengers travel now?
Russian Railways is preparing for an increase in annual passenger traffic. Millions of citizens will head to seaside resorts, visit relatives or go on business trips. In order to make these trips as comfortable and safe as possible, railway companies are introducing a number of new rules designed to significantly improve the quality of travel on the country's main railway. One of the key innovations concerns the optimization of the use of lower berths in saloons and reserved seat carriages. According to the updated rules, each passenger will occupy only their own paid seat. However, recognizing the importance of comfortable accommodation for all travelers, railway companies have developed a flexible system of time intervals that allows for the sharing of lower berths.
This change was made in response to numerous requests from passengers in the upper berths. Previously, people often found it difficult to eat comfortably or use the table for work or play.
In the digital age, it is impossible to imagine traveling without a smartphone, tablet or laptop. However, uncontrolled use can cause discomfort to others. Taking this into account, Russian Railways is introducing new rules for the use of electronic devices on trains.
These measures are aimed at creating a calmer and more comfortable atmosphere in carriages, so that passengers can rest or work without unnecessary stimulation.
The introduction of new rules is only the first step in a large-scale program to modernize passenger transport in Russia. In the coming years, it is planned to:
These innovations are intended to make rail transport more comfortable and attractive for millions of passengers who choose this type of transport to travel across vast regions of our country (pg11.ru).