Now Get 'Budget Friendly' Meal Starting From Rs 20 At These 15 Railway Stations

now get ‘budget friendly’ meal starting from rs 20 at these 15 railway stations irctc announcement

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) along with Central Railway introduced “budget friendly” meals for passengers travelling on trains, while considering the heavy rush during summer on some of its stations.

The Central Railway, in a release issued on Tuesday, said that budget-friendly meal options, starting from Rs 20, are available for passengers on 15 major railway stations, where long-distance trains halt.

The list of railway stations were budget friendly meals are available:

1. Igatpuri railway station
2. Karjat railway station
3. Manmad railway station
4. Khandwa railway station
5. Badnera railway station
6. Shegaon railway station
7. Pune railway station
8. Miraj railway station
9. Daund railway station
10. Sainagar Shirdi railway station
11. Nagpur railway station
12. Wardha railway station
13. Solapur railway station
14. Wadi railway station
15. Kurduwadi railway station

The initiative is launched particularly for passengers travelling in unreserved compartments, it said.

A railway official said that an “economy meal” can be purchased for just Rs 20. It will contain seven puris and potato bhaji, whereas for Rs 50, one can buy “snack meals” 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 bring a delightful culinary experience to train passengers. This collaboration will allow travellers to pre-order meals from Swiggy’s extensive restaurant network and have them delivered directly to their seats, starting with major cities like Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam, and Vijayawada.

This partnership addresses a common pain point for train travellers – limited food options, especially on long journeys. Through this integration, passengers can now savour a wider variety of fresh, high-quality meals delivered right to their berths, making their journeys more convenient and enjoyable.

How to Order Food on Trains with Swiggy?

Ordering food on the train is a simple process. Passengers can pre-order meals through the IRCTC app by entering their PNR number, selecting their preferred station for delivery, and browsing through a curated list of restaurants available at that location and time. Once they’ve chosen their desired meal, the food will be delivered to them in insulated Swiggy bags to ensure it arrives warm and fresh.

To ensure a smooth experience, Swiggy has taken several steps. Delivery partners will arrive at the designated platform well before 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 revolutionise the way passengers experience train travel in India. The ability to order a wider variety of fresh and delicious meals directly to their seats will undoubtedly enhance passenger comfort and satisfaction, making train journeys more enjoyable and convenient for everyone.