By Oct 8, China Railway Xi'an Group Co had wrapped up its passenger transport operations for the National Day holiday. It handled six million passengers, a 9.2-percent increase from last year.

On Oct 1, the number of passengers reached a record high of 762,000 in a single day.

The railway station operates at full capacity to transport passengers. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]

To accommodate the surge in holiday travel, the group added 1,473 trains to its regular schedule of 183 daily services, an increase of 359 trains compared to last year. This significantly boosted capacity during peak travel periods.

Major stations optimized passenger flow management to enhance service quality by increasing ticket check and shuttle services, ensuring smooth travel. Key stations opened "green channels" to offer fast-track services for priority passengers, strengthened security checks, and improved waiting area management.

China Railway Xi'an Group Co also ensured uninterrupted logistics during the holiday, with an average of 16,577 freight cars loaded daily, 69 more than last year. Transport for key commodities like coal, oil, and grain increased substantially, ensuring holiday supply chains ran smoothly.