India to reopen underground train networks

India will reopen underground train networks and allow sports and religious events in a limited manner from next month as part of the government’s efforts to revive the economy, even as coronavirus infections soar.

The underground train network, a lifeline for millions in the capital city of New Delhi, will be reopened in a phased manner from Sept. 7, the federal home ministry said.

Social, academic, sports and religious events will be permissible with a maximum of a 100 people from Sept. 21, it said. Schools, colleges will remain closed until end-September.