Taking a train to Maharashtra? Indian Railways has a message for you
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RT-PCR test must
As per new SoP, all passengers to Maharashtra need to carry RT-PCR negative test report before entering the state. Also, the test report must be done within the last 96 hours.
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What if you don't have RT-PCR test done?
Passengers without RT-PCR test report will be screened for Covid at railway stations. Only those who do not have any Covid symptoms will be allowed to go ahead.
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What if you have Covid symptoms
Those with Covid symptoms will go through additional Antigen tests. They will be allowed to travel further only if the test results come negative. Those who test positive would be admitted to a Covid care centre. (Representative Image)
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Who will pay for it?
You. As per an advisory issued by the Railways, the cost of care is to be borne by the passengers themselves. That means you will have to pay for the tests as well as for the treatment at Covid care centres in case you found positive during Antigen test.
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For whom?
The new rules are for passengers travelling from states of Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa to Maharashtra. Keep in mind that this is mandatory for all travellers.