Trains will start carrying passengers at full capacity from February 9 (Wednesday) -- maintaining health safety rules.
Bangladesh Railway made the announcement in a notification today.
Bangladesh Railway will sell 50 percent of the tickets through its mobile phone app or online and the rest will be available at station counters.
In order to meet passenger demands, it has been decided to run trains at full capacity, the notification said.
The sale of standing tickets for intercity trains and station platform tickets will be completely closed. Food can be served on the intercity train, and bedding can be provided at night, as long as the hygiene rules are strictly followed, the notification added.
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