Railways carry more passengers in July

The national railway network witnessed an increase in passenger traffic in July, with over 423 million passenger trips recorded, national railway operator China State Railway Group said on Thursday.

The number of passengers increased by 4 percent year-on-year. Average daily passenger trips reached 13.6 million, with the network operating smoothly and safely, the company said.

It has implemented measures to ensure the smooth flow of passengers during the busy summer season, such as increasing capacity and enhancing ticketing services.