According to Lao Dong Newspaper reporters on the evening of June 17 and 18 at the railway coffee street (Hoan Kiem district), the gates to and from the area have been fenced off.
Here, 2 officers of Dien Bien Ward Police were on duty, requesting tourists not to enter dangerous areas.
The authorities also requested households not to put up tables and chairs or display goods inside and on both sides of the railway.
Because they are not allowed to enter both sides of the railway, many tourists gathered at the intersection with Tran Phu Street to wait for the train to arrive.
At around 9:30 p.m. on June 18, when the train was running through Tran Phu Street, many tourists quickly took out their phones to record the image of the train, the cheers echoed throughout the street corner.
According to records, most visitors to the street are foreigners, traveling freely and not knowing that the train street is a prohibited area.
A Thai tourist said that this neighborhood is very famous with foreign visitors. She once saw a neighborhood photo on YouTube and wanted to check-in but was surprised to see a fence.
"I think this may be an interesting experience, but the neighborhood doesn't seem as beautiful as it is online," the female tourist said.
The issue of banning or developing a railway coffee street has been controversial for a long time. Many tourism experts commented that the street has great potential to attract international visitors, but there is no denying the risk of accidents if visitors lose control and lack care when trains pass.
In March, the Hanoi Department of Tourism sent an official dispatch to businesses providing travel services and transporting tourists, requesting that they not introduce or organize tours to bring tourists to the train street area.
These businesses are also required to propagate and raise awareness among employees about the risk of traffic accidents that may occur when customers come to the above area.
In fact, although ban signs and barriers have been erected in many places, this area is still crowded with visitors, causing insecurity and insecurity in the area.
5 days ago, the Traffic Police Department (CSGT), Hanoi City Police coordinated with the Police of related wards to organize patrols, propagate, and handle violations in the railway area passing through Phung Hung - Tran Phu - Le Duan streets.
Road Traffic Police Team No. 1 and No. 2 together with the Police of Hang Bong and Cua Dong wards (Hoan Kiem district) and Dien Bien ward (Ba Dinh district) mobilized nearly 20 officers and soldiers to inspect, remind, and guide people and tourists to leave dangerous areas.
At the same time, propagate the railway traffic safety corridor; Require business households not to set tables and chairs next to the railway to serve customers who cause danger and cause traffic insecurity.
In case of intentional violation, the authorities will resolutely make a record, requiring a commitment not to repeat the offense to prevent the risk of accidents.
Major Nguyen Hoang Ninh, Captain of Road Traffic Police Team No. 1, said that inspection and handling work will be maintained regularly before train runs, especially during the peak tourist season to ensure traffic safety.
Hanoi City Police recommends that people and tourists do not gather, take photos, or drink coffee near the railway; do not do business within the safe corridor, contributing to building a civilized and safe capital.
