Combining education and learning on establishing and practicing correct views on political performance, with a focus on improving elderly services in megacities and addressing petition issues in the livelihood sector, a grassroots visit and research were conducted yesterday to listen to the opinions and suggestions of the public. It was pointed out that it is necessary to deeply study and implement important thoughts on strengthening and improving petition work, adhere to leadership, and insist on achieving political performance for the people and through practical work. Face-to-face listening to public opinions and responding to public demands is essential, sincerely solving the urgent problems of the people and prominent petition issues in the livelihood sector, promoting all parties to take benefiting the people as the fundamental value orientation, and providing strong support for accelerating the construction of a modern people’s city.
In the morning, a visit was made to the Pudong Avenue Station of the rail transit to inspect the current situation of the subway station entrances and exits. With the intensification of aging, many early-built subway stations in the city lack adequate age-friendly facilities, and the elderly have higher expectations for the convenience of subway travel. The details of residents’ demands were learned, and inquiries were made about the standards, technical feasibility, and implementation plans for the age-friendly and barrier-free renovation of subway stations from relevant departments and units. During the reception, the opinions and suggestions of representatives of citizens on age-friendly renovations and unattended care services were carefully listened to, and in-depth discussions were held with leaders of relevant districts, departments, and units to study solutions and clarify work requirements.
It was stated that this city is one of the regions with the highest degree of aging in the country. Providing more convenient facilities and services for the elderly, as well as meticulous care and respect, is an important measure of the city’s warmth. The subway is a major mode of transportation for citizens. It is necessary to accelerate the age-friendly and barrier-free renovation of early-built subway stations, conduct a comprehensive survey of all stations, advance the work according to the principle of making all possible changes and doing so as quickly as possible, and ensure subsequent operational management and maintenance. The elderly-friendly travel environment should be continuously optimized, focusing on travel modes such as rail transit, buses, ferries, and taxis, as well as facilities like pedestrian bridges, underpasses, and street intersections, to promote age-friendly renovations targeting pain points, and optimize soft environments such as humanized services, using refined governance to respond to the travel expectations of the elderly. Focusing on the needs of the elderly, the pilot of unattended care services should be further expanded, striving to include all eligible cases, accelerating the improvement of supporting policies, establishing a long-term mechanism, expanding the service team, guiding medical institutions to promote policies, and increasing public awareness and satisfaction.
Pudong Avenue Station
Pudong Avenue Station is a metro station on Line 4 of the Shanghai Metro, located in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai, China. Opened in 2007 as part of the city’s expanding rail transit system, the station serves as a key transportation hub connecting the historic Bund area across the Huangpu River with the modern financial district of Lujiazui. Its name reflects the rapid urban development of Pudong, which transformed from farmland into a global economic center beginning in the 1990s.
Rail Transit
Rail transit refers to transportation systems that use railways, such as trains, subways, and trams, to move people and goods efficiently. Its history dates back to the early 19th century with the invention of the steam locomotive, which revolutionized travel and trade, leading to the expansion of networks worldwide. Today, rail transit remains a vital part of urban and intercity infrastructure, offering sustainable and high-capacity mobility solutions.
Pudong Avenue Station
Pudong Avenue Station is a station on Line 4 of the Shanghai Metro, located in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai, China. The station opened on December 29, 2007, as part of the extension of Line 4, and it serves as a key transit
Pudong Avenue Station
Pudong Avenue Station is a metro station on Line 4 of the Shanghai Metro, located along Pudong Avenue in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai, China. Opened on December 29, 2007, it serves as a key transit point connecting the historic Bund area with the rapidly developing Lujiazui financial district. The station’s name reflects the broader transformation of Pudong from farmland into a global economic hub since the 1990s.
Shanghai Metro
The Shanghai Metro is one of the world’s largest and busiest rapid transit systems, having opened in 1993 with its first line, Line 1. Since then, it has expanded rapidly to over 800 kilometers of track and nearly 500 stations, serving millions of passengers daily across the city and its suburbs. Its growth reflects Shanghai’s dramatic urbanization and economic rise over the past three decades.
Pudong New Area
Pudong New Area is a major financial and economic hub in Shanghai, China, located on the eastern side of the Huangpu River. Originally a rural area of farmland and small villages, it underwent rapid development starting in the 1990s when the Chinese government designated it as a special economic zone. Today, Pudong is famous for its iconic skyline, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Tower, symbolizing China’s modern economic growth.
Huangpu River
The Huangpu River is a 113-kilometer-long waterway in Shanghai, China, serving as a vital artery that divides the city into two distinct halves: Puxi (west) and Pudong (east). Historically, it played a key role in Shanghai’s development as a major port during the 19th and 20th centuries, facilitating trade and cultural exchange. Today, it is famous for the scenic Bund promenade on its western bank, offering iconic views of the modern Pudong skyline across the river.
Lujiazui
Lujiazui is a prominent financial district in Shanghai, China, located on the eastern bank of the Huangpu River. Historically, it was a quiet area of farmland and low-rise buildings until the 1990s, when the Chinese government designated it as a special economic zone to drive Shanghai’s modernization. Today, it is famous for its futuristic skyline, including iconic skyscrapers like the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Tower, symbolizing China’s rapid economic growth.
Line 4
Line 4 refers to the fourth line of the Beijing Subway, a major rapid transit route in China’s capital. It opened in 2009 and runs from Anheqiao North in the northwest to Tianyuan Bridge in the south, passing through key areas like Zhongguancun, Xidan, and Beijing South Railway Station. It is notable for being one of the first subway lines in China operated through a public-private partnership.
Rail Transit
Rail transit refers to a system of passenger transportation using trains or light rail vehicles on fixed tracks, often within urban or suburban areas. Its history dates back to the early 19th century with the advent of steam-powered railways, evolving into modern electric metro systems like London’s Underground (opened 1863), the world’s first. Today, rail transit is a vital component of public transportation, offering efficient, high-capacity mobility to reduce traffic congestion and environmental impact.
Bund
The Bund is a famous waterfront area in central Shanghai, China, known for its stunning skyline and historic buildings. Originally a British settlement in the 19th century, it developed into a major financial hub, with grand colonial-era architecture lining the Huangpu River. Today, it serves as a popular tourist destination, offering a contrast between the historic buildings on one side and the futuristic skyscrapers of Pudong on the other.
