Viet Nam Railways Corporation is seeking the approval from the Ministry of Transport to add seats in passenger trains to meet the rush during the Lunar New Year 2017.

A railway employee checks a passenger’s ticket at the Saigon Railway Station (Source: VNA)

The railway transport units will be responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of service for passengers under the current regulations.

According to the corporation, it uses the maximum of passenger trains during holidays every year, but is unable to meet the increasing demand for seats.

Decree No 46, dated May 26, 2016, of the government stipulates that selling of tickets in excess of the seats available on passenger trains will be imposed fines between 1 million VND to 2 million VND (44.8-89.6 USD), unless such agents have licences.

Over recent years, the corporation has prepared many solutions to meet the demand during peak periods, while ensuring the safety of passengers.

(Source: VNA/ Da Nang Today)