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Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation ( IRCTC ) in view of the heavy rush during summer at some of its stations, Central Railway Launched “budget friendly” meals for passengers traveling in trains.
Budget-friendly food options starting at Rs 20 are available for passengers at 15 major railway stations where long-distance trains stop, Central Railways said in a release on Tuesday.
List of railway stations where budget friendly food Available:
- Igatpuri Railway Station
- Karjat Railway Station
- Manmad Railway Station
- Khandwa Railway Station
- Badnera Railway Station
- Shegaon Railway Station
- Pune Railway Station
- Miraj Railway Station
- Daund Railway Station
- Sainagar Shirdi railway station
- Nagpur Railway Station
- Wardha Railway Station
- Solapur Railway Station
- Wadi Railway Station
- Kurduvadi Railway Station
This initiative has been launched especially for passengers traveling in unreserved coaches.
A railway official said an “economy mile” could be bought for just Rs 20. It will have seven puris and aloo bhaji, while for Rs 50 one can buy a “snack meal” with rice dishes, PTI reported.
Earlier last month, Indian food delivery platform Swiggy has partnered with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to provide delicious culinary experiences to rail passengers. The collaboration will allow passengers to pre-order food from Swiggy's extensive restaurant network and have them delivered straight to their seats, starting with major cities like Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada.
This partnership addresses a common problem for rail travelers – limited food options, especially on long journeys. Through this integration, passengers can now taste a variety of fresh, high-quality food delivered to their berths, making their journeys more convenient and enjoyable.
How to order food on trains from Swiggy?
Ordering food on the train is a simple process. Passengers can pre-order food through the IRCTC app by entering their PNR number, selecting their preferred station for delivery and browsing a curated list of restaurants available at that location and time. Once they choose their favorite meal, the food will be delivered to them in insulated Swiggy bags to ensure it is hot and fresh.
To ensure a seamless experience, Swiggy has taken several steps. Delivery partners will reach the designated platform well in advance of the delivery time, and dedicated support agents will be trained to handle any issues, answer questions about Swiggy's policies, and connect with restaurants and delivery partners as needed. This comprehensive approach aims to provide passengers with a seamless and hassle-free food ordering experience.
With this partnership, Swiggy and IRCTC are set to revolutionize the way passengers experience train travel in India. The ability to order a variety of fresh and delicious food directly to your seats will undoubtedly increase passenger comfort and satisfaction, making train travel more enjoyable and convenient for everyone.
