Vande Bharat Trains Get Regional Cuisine Boost: IRCTC Enhances Onboard Dining Experience

• Indian Railways and IRCTC introduce regional cuisine services on Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains to enhance passenger experience.
• 'Proof of Concept' separates meal preparation from service, engaging branded food players, industrial kitchens, and flight caterers for fresh, hygienic meals.
• Passengers can now enjoy culturally rich food and authentic local flavors directly at their seats, improving onboard catering quality.
• Trials are underway on routes like Nagpur-Secunderabad Vande Bharat (Haldiram's, Elior) and Delhi-Sitamarhi Amrit Bharat (Touchstone Foundation).
• The initiative aims to increase passenger satisfaction with diverse, restaurant-quality meals and local specialty dishes, with positive initial responses.

Why It Matters: Vande Bharat trains now offer diverse regional cuisines and improved meal services for enhanced passenger satisfaction.