In the long river of time, May 1, 2024 is destined to be an extraordinary day. On this day, China's railways once again refreshed a chapter in history, with a single-day passenger volume of 20.693 million, which is not only a strong verification of the railway network capacity, but also a profound innovation in the way Chinese people travel.
On this day, countless travelers embarked on the journey home, or pursued their dreams from afar. They may not realize that this is the result of the hard work of countless staff of China Railway. With their wisdom and sweat, they have woven a transportation network connecting hundreds of millions of families, making people's travel easier and faster.
When we look back on the past, we will find that the development trajectory of China's railways is like a meandering river, with both magnificent waves and smooth and mirror-like flows. From the long years of the green train to the speeding of the high-speed railway, every technological innovation and every service upgrade is a vivid embodiment of China's continuous pursuit of excellence and service to the people.
In the face of some doubts and concerns, we must first make it clear that the rapid development of high-speed rail is not achieved overnight, but is based on the inevitable result of the rapid development of the country's economy and the improvement of people's living standards. At the same time, we should also see that the construction of high-speed rail is not a simple track laying and bridge, but a systematic project covering design, construction, operation and other links. In this process, we should not only pay attention to the improvement of economic benefits, but also pay attention to environmental protection and sustainable development.
When it comes to fares, we should think about them from multiple perspectives. On the one hand, as a high-quality means of transportation, the ticket price of high-speed rail will naturally be relatively high. But on the other hand, we must also see the huge social and economic benefits brought by high-speed rail. Driven by high-speed rail, related industries have developed rapidly, employment opportunities have increased, and people's living standards have also been significantly improved. Therefore, when it comes to fares, we need to consider and balance them comprehensively.
Of course, as an important part of railway transportation, ordinary speed trains also have their unique value and significance. In some remote areas or economically underdeveloped areas, general-speed trains are still an important choice for local residents. Therefore, while promoting the construction of high-speed rail, we should also pay attention to the operation and service quality of ordinary speed trains to ensure that passengers can enjoy a safe and comfortable travel experience.
Looking forward to the future, China Railway will continue to uphold the development concept of "safety, convenience, comfort and environmental protection", and continue to promote technological innovation and industrial upgrading. At the same time, we will also actively respond to the requirements of the national "Belt and Road" initiative and the strategic deployment of "transportation power", strengthen exchanges and cooperation with neighboring countries and regions, and jointly promote regional connectivity and economic development and prosperity.
In this era full of opportunities and challenges, China's railways will continue to play an important role and mission. Let us look forward to China's railway in the future to create more brilliant achievements and achievements!