Georgian Railways is back on track: train travel resumes June 15

Georgian Railway said that the Ministry of Health has already inspected train wagons today and concluded that Georgian Railways is strictly following all the regulations and is ready to restore the transportation of passengers. Photo: Georgian Railway.

Agenda.ge, 08 Jun 2020 - 15:01, Tbilisi,Georgia

Travel by railway will resume in Georgia on June 15, announces Georgian Railways, noting the company is ready to ensure the safe transportation of passengers and to implement the regulations imposed by the Ministry of Health of Georgia.

Georgian Railway said that the Ministry of Health has already inspected train wagons today and concluded that Georgian Railways is strictly following all the regulations and is ready to restore the transportation of passengers.

Head of Georgian Railways’ Medical Service Nika Katcharava said that together with the Ministry of Health, Georgian Railways has created instructions for passengers according which:

  • Passengers will undergo screening with thermal devices
  • Passengers should step on disinfecting mats when entering train wagons
  • Hand disinfection and social distancing is also mandatory 
  • Passengers should wear face masks during the whole journey

Meanwhile, starting today, intercity transport, currency exchange booths and all types of restaurants which have received permission from the Georgian Health Ministry have resumed work.