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HONG KONG - The MTR Corporation today announced that it will provide free rides to people with disabilities and an accompanying carer on the upcoming International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 12 November. The initiative aims to promote inclusivity and care for people with disabilities.
The MTR Corporation stated that passengers holding a valid "Registration Card for Persons with Disabilities" or a personal Octopus indicating their disability status will not be charged fares for that day's journey.
Passengers can also go to the customer service center, information desk or contact station staff at MTR stations and Airport Express stations, and present the registration card and specify the destination to receive a one-way ticket valid for the day. Eligible passengers can also request a one-way ticket for an accompanying caregiver.
To facilitate barrier-free travel for the elderly and passengers with special needs, the Hong Kong Metro launched the "MTR Care" mobile application at the end of last year. Recently, the app was updated with a feature that allows users to check the accessibility of stations.
It also provides real-time information on elevator operations, covering all heavy rail stations. With its user-friendly interface and clear instructions, the app aims to make it easier for passengers in need to access relevant information.
港铁将于11月12日为残疾人士及照顾者提供免费乘车服务
香港 - 港铁公司今天宣布，将在即将到来的 11 月 12 日国际残疾人日为残疾人士及其陪同看护者提供免费乘车服务。 该倡议旨在促进包容性和对残疾人的关怀。
港铁公司表示，持有有效《残疾人士登记证》或表明其残疾状况的个人八达通的乘客，不会被收取当日车费。
乘客亦可前往港铁车站及机场快线车站的顾客服务中心、询问处或联络车站工作人员，出示登记卡并指定目的地，领取当日有效的单程车票。 符合条件的乘客还可以为陪同护理人员申请一张单程票。
为方便长者及有特殊需要的乘客无障碍出行，香港地铁去年底推出了“港铁·关爱”手机应用程序。 最近，该应用程序更新了一项功能，允许用户检查车站的可达性。
它还提供电梯运行的实时信息，覆盖所有重轨车站。 该应用程序以其友好的用户界面和清晰的说明，旨在让有需要的乘客更轻松地获取相关信息。
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