Passengers wait in line to get free tickets at a Harbin subway station. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

In order to boost Harbin’s night economy and hedge against the impact of the novel coronavirus epidemic, Harbin Metro Group recently launched a fare promotion in Harbin – capital city of China’s northernmost Heilongjiang province, according to local officials.

During the period of Aug 1 to 31, passengers will enjoy free tickets when they take the subway from 7pm.

 

Officials said passengers can go to the station security checkpoint to receive a free ticket after showing their health code and measuring their body temperature.

To find out more, call 519 86000.