Except for fixed guard duty, the soldiers should also fulfill the mission of patrolling around station square and station interiors. Faced with all kinds of questions from passengers, the soldiers on duty must answer them clearly. If unexpected situations occur, soldiers should rush forward at the first indication of trouble.

At around 3:35 pm, a like middle-aged migrant worker carried a heavy woven plastic bag in his left hand and a little boy in his right hand. He looked around and hovered at the elevator. Being aware of the situation, the Private First Class soldier on duty, Jiang Yihong, stepped forward and asked if the man needed some help.

Armed police provides consultancy service for passengers. (Photograph provided by Cao Feng and released by CQNEWS)

After he learned that the middle-aged man could not find corresponding waiting room and there are just ten minutes before his train's departure, Jiang Yichong brought the man’s luggage and took him to the correct waiting room without any delay. The man and young boy boarded the train in time.

Armed policemen go on patrol in the station. (Photograph provided by Tang Zhiyong and released by CQNEWS)

Most of the soldiers participating in Spring Festival travel duty this year are experienced veterans. Before formally taking office, they have made pre-emergency deployment to ensure rapid arrival and disposal, thus creating a solid safety protocol for passengers returning home. (Translated by Shi Yali, Fathom Language Limited)