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Taichung MRT's 'Little Station Master' Event Delights Young Participants

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Children experienced a "Little Station Master" event at the Taichung MRT Green Line, trying out ticket sales and using communication devices.
  • The event aimed to educate children on public transport safety and promote low-carbon living.
  • Participants also engaged in a DIY activity to create festive sachets for the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival.

The Taichung MRT Green Line hosted a "Little Station Master" event, allowing children to don station master uniforms and experience daily tasks. Nearly 30 young participants enthusiastically took on the role of station masters for a day.

Under the guidance of MRT staff, the children practiced selling tickets and using communication radios, demonstrating a surprising level of competence and enthusiasm. The event aimed to provide a fun and educational experience, with some children expressing a desire to work for the MRT in the future.

Beyond the operational roles, the event also focused on safety education, teaching the children essential public transport etiquette such as holding handrails and standing firmly on steps. This initiative seeks to instill safety awareness from a young age.

In anticipation of the Dragon Boat Festival, a DIY sachet-making workshop was also part of the event. Children used socks, cotton, and decorative materials to create festive sock doll sachets, transforming everyday items into creative, holiday-themed crafts.

Taichung MRT Corporation's general manager, Zhu Laishun, stated that the company continues to offer diverse and educational activities. These events encourage the public, especially children, to embrace low-carbon lifestyles by using public transport and valuing resources, contributing to environmental protection.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.