Dong Nai workers excited to return to their hometowns on trade union buses, trains and flights

On February 12, trade unions at all levels in Dong Nai arranged free buses, trains, and flights to help hundreds of disadvantaged workers return to their hometowns for the Lunar New Year (Tet) of the Horse 2026. Joy and emotion were clearly reflected on the workers' faces as they prepared to depart.

Workers check in before boarding buses to return home. Photo: N. Hoa

On the second day of seeing off workers, 11 buses transported nearly 500 disadvantaged workers currently working in Dong Nai to their hometowns in Quang Tri, Ha Tinh, Nghe An, Thanh Hoa, and Hanoi for Tet celebrations.

Before boarding, workers cheerfully accept lucky money handed out by trade union officials. Photo: N. Hoa

In addition, nearly 150 workers returned home on trade union trains, while 130 union members traveled on flights arranged under the “Trade Union Flights - Spring 2026” program. From early morning, workers gathered at the Provincial Federation of Labor, Bien Hoa 2 Industrial Park, and Bien Hoa Station together with neatly packed luggage, ready to head home for Tet. Everyone was filled with anticipation, knowing they were about to reunite with their families after a year of hard work.

Trade union officials see off workers returning home for Tet. Photo: N. Hoa

Nguyen Thi Huyen, who works at Amata Industrial Park in Long Binh Ward, explained, “Bus and train fares during Tet are costly, while workers have limited earnings. That’s why receiving this free trip from the trade union means so much to me. These tickets, filled with kindness, bring us closer to home and help us reunite with our families faster.”

Nguyen Duc Thang, Vice Chairman of the Provincial Federation of Labor, gives lucky money to workers’ children. Photo: N. Hoa

The trains, buses, and outgoing flights represent the trade union's care and support for workers who are far from home. The happiness visible in the workers' smiles and eyes underscores the deep humanitarian significance of this program.

Dao Minh Tan, Vice Chairman of the Provincial Federation of Labor, visits and gives lucky money to workers’ children returning home on trade union buses. Photo: N. Hoa

Workers return home on the trade union train. Photo: N. Hoa

Representatives of the Provincial Federation of Labor present gifts to workers on the trade union train. Photo: N. Hoa

Representatives of the Provincial Federation of Labor present gifts and take commemorative photos with workers on the trade union train. Photo: N. Hoa

Workers excitedly return home on the trade union train. Photo: N. Hoa

Trade union officials assist workers boarding trains to return home for Tet. Photo: N. Hoa

Officials from the Provincial Federation of Labor see off workers on the trade union train. Photo: N. Hoa

Representatives of the Provincial Federation of Labor see off workers on trade union flights. Photo: Trade Union

According to Bui Thi Bich Thuy, Standing Vice Chairwoman of the Dong Nai Provincial Federation of Labor, the trade union-organized trains, buses, and flights aim to provide practical support for both the material and spiritual well-being of union members and workers. The Trade Union also presented Tet gifts and lucky money to workers, ensuring a more fulfilling Tet.

By Nguyen Hoa – Translated by Minh Hong, Minho