Indian Railways preparing to convert train coaches into isolation wards in view of COVID

The Indian Railways is preparing to convert train coaches into isolation wards to prepare for a fight against coronavirus pandemic. North Central Railway (NCR) General Manager Rajiv Chaudhary, said that the Railways are trying to convert a coach at the coaching depot in New Delhi into isolation wards after consulting medical professionals. “A sleeper coach of a train is being converted and improvised into an isolation wards for patients suffering from Covid-19. Such a plan can help us be well-prepared to meet any emergency,” he said. Besides, all Railway divisions have identified a ward or building for setting up isolation beds for Covid-19 patients. Likewise, Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is working out a plan to serve meals in different parts of the country and hospitals, if the need arises. (IANS)

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