Around 40 lakh migrants reached their home in 3,060 special trains since May 1: Railways
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According to the official data by Indian Railways, around 40 lakh migrant workers were ferried to their homes by 3,060 Shramik special trains since May 1. Of the total trains, 2,608 trains have terminated, while 453 are on run. On Sunday, 237 special trains moved 3.1 lakh passengers. The Railways is bearing 85 per cent of the total cost of running each train while rest 15% is being borne by the states.