Indian Railways has decided to suspend all passenger train operations from midnight today till midnight, 31st March. <br />'' <br />'' Railways Minister Piyush Goel announced the decision today to contain the COVID – 19 outbreak. <br />'' <br />'' A bare minimum level of suburban trains and Kolkata Metro rail services will continue till midnight.<br />'' <br />'' Trains which began their journey prior to 4 AM this morning will be allowed to continue their journey. Goods train will continue to operate in order to ensure essential supplies across the country.<br />'' <br />'' The Railways Ministry has also offered full refunds to all passengers affected by train cancellations up to 21st March. <br />''