Top News

IRCTC Update: Now choose chicken menu in Vande Bharat train
Samira Vishwas | February 4, 2026 9:24 PM CST

Indian Railways’ first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express (Howrah–Kamakhya–Howrah) in train Big change in food menu Has been done: Now during ticket booking passengers can Facility to choose both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options Getting it. this information Indian Express According to the report has come to light.

Now non-veg will also be available

IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) has revised the food menu of the train and Choosing veg and non-veg options Option given. Initially there was a provision to provide only vegetarian food, which did not include fish or meat, but now passengers are Chicken Based Non-Veg Thali There will also be an option to choose.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav Announcing that this change 1 February 2026 This has given the passengers the freedom to choose the food as per their choice.

Emphasis on regional flavor

According to IRCTC, in the menu of this train my local recipes is being given prominence — the already existing Bengali and Assamese style vegetarian dishes are now available along with chicken-based local flavours. This step of Indian Railways Regional tastes and diverse tastes of travelers has been taken into consideration.

Earlier status and controversies

In the beginning of the new train, there is some talk about only vegetarian menu. Passengers and political groups objected Especially in areas where non-veg food is traditionally preferred. After feedback on this, IRCTC changed the menu and added non-veg option.

Selection process in ticket booking

Now passengers while booking tickets “Veg” or “Non-Veg” You can choose your favorite meal from both, thereby ensuring food for the journey in advance. This feature provides convenience and freedom of choice, especially on long journeys.


READ NEXT
Cancel OK