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News: Six “shramik special” trains departed from Kerala, Telangana, Maharashtra and Rajasthan.

Facts:

Sramik Special trains have been launched by the Ministry of Railways for stranded migrants amidst Coronovaris lockdown.
Each “shramik” train carries between 1,000 and 1,200 people to ensure social distancing during travel.
All passengers are screened for coronavirus symptoms prior to boarding; only asymptomatic people are allowed to travel.