Western Railway (WR) along with Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has taken a noble initiative to serve passengers, particularly those in unreserved coaches, with a new initiative offering hygienic meals and snacks at affordable prices.
This initiative has been undertaken taking into consideration the surge in passenger traffic during the summer months. Railways recognises the challenges faced by the passengers traveling in unreserved compartments (General Class Coaches), who may not always have access to convenient and budget-friendly meal options.
In this direction, WR has also introduced the facility of economical / affordable meals at Mumbai Central, Bandra Terminus, Bharuch, Vadodara and Chittorgarh Stations. Further, more stations are being identified and will be covered for provision of extended service counters progressively for the availability of the economy meals and water.
According to a press release issued by Sumit Thakur, Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, the counters for economical/affordable meals are being aligned with the location of General Second (GS) Class coaches at platforms. This initiative offers a two-pronged approach:
Economy Meals: Priced at a pocket-friendly INR 20, these meals provide a satisfying and affordable option for passengers on the go.
Snack Meals: For those seeking a lighter bite, INR 50 snack meals are also available.
Passengers can buy their refreshments directly from these counters, eliminating the need to search for vendors or venture outside the station. This service was successfully piloted at about 51 stations last year. Building on that success, Railways has significantly expanded the program, with counters now operational at over 100 stations and nearly 150 counters in total. The initiative is slated for further growth, encompassing even more stations in the near future. This program offers a significant benefit for passengers, particularly those travelling in General Class coaches. The readily available, affordable meals and snacks ensure travelers can stay comfortable throughout their journey.
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