Text and photos by Tang Lu
Colombo, June 15 (Xinuua): Due to fuel shortages and higher prices, coupled with rising bus fares, many Sri Lankans have begun to choose trains as a means of travel.
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According to local media reports, there are currently 50% more train passengers than before.
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During rush hour, the train carriages are full, and the platform is crowded with a large number of passengers.
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