BTS Prohibits Passengers From Sitting With Their Legs Crossed On Trains

BTS prohibits passengers from sitting with their legs crossed

There are a few rules all passengers in Thailand who use the BTS Sky Train system need to follow.

For instance, passengers are required not to eat or drink while taking the train. While it’s reasonable to keep the BTS’s areas clean, a new approved rule has received mixed reactions from citizens.

Read on to find out what Thai netizens think about being prohibited from sitting with their legs crossed on BTS sky trains.

BTS asks for passengers’ cooperation to avoid sitting with legs crossed

A recent announcement issued on BTS Skytrain System’s Facebook page (รถไฟฟ้าบีทีเอส) has created a stir on social media in Thailand.

Uploaded on 27th April 2022, the Facebook post informs netizens about BTS’s new requirement: all passengers are to avoid sitting with their legs crossed while they’re using the BTS Sky Train system.

Here’s what the post says in full,

“All passengers are required to avoid sitting with their legs crossed while seated in the BTS, especially during rush hours. This is to provide facilitation of movement of other passengers who aren’t seated.”

The announcement also asked for passengers’ cooperation in offering seats to children, the disabled, and pregnant women.

Netizens’ opinions are mixed

Following the Facebook post, many netizens shared their opinions on the announcement in the comments section. Some agreed with the new requirement while others didn’t.

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Translation: I couldn’t agree more.

One netizen agreed with the establishment of the new rule.

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Translation: I often encounter these kinds of people in the BTS.

Another netizen shared that she frequently found passengers who sit with legs crossed in the sky train.

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Translation: Just provide more trips, so the train will be less crowded.

Finally, this Facebook user suggested another potential solution to the problem.

Let’s cooperate to keep train journeys smooth

For commuters who regularly use the BTS sky train, we totally agree with the new requirement to avoid sitting with one’s legs crossed so as to provide more space for other passengers.

Since the new rule has been established, it would be wise to cooperate and follow the required protocol, especially during rush hours to keep train journeys a smooth ride for all.

Cover images adapted from: COCONUTS BANGKOK

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