Vande Bharat Express: Passengers Can Now Buy Chips, Cold Drinks & Biscuits Onboard – Service Begins on This Route
New Food Service in Vande Bharat Express
Good news for Vande Bharat Express passengers! Now, travelers can purchase chips, cold drinks, biscuits, and other packaged food items onboard. This new service has been introduced for the convenience of passengers who do not pre-book meals while reserving their tickets.
The initiative has already been launched on the Gorakhpur-Ayodhya-Lucknow-Prayagraj Vande Bharat Express and will soon be expanded to other routes across the country.
Food Services Now Available in Vande Bharat Express
✅ Packaged Food Items: Passengers can buy chips, biscuits, and cold drinks during their journey.
✅ Pre-Booked Meals: Breakfast and lunch must be booked while purchasing tickets.
✅ Vendor Trolleys: These will be used for onboard sales, making it easier for passengers to access food.
✅ Railway Board Approval: The Indian Railway Board has approved the sale of these items to enhance passenger convenience.
Why This Change?
Earlier, passengers who did not pre-book meals faced difficulties as only limited food options were available. With the introduction of packaged food sales, passengers can now enjoy more flexibility and better travel comfort.
Expansion Across All Vande Bharat Routes
IRCTC has confirmed that this facility will soon be available on all Vande Bharat Express trains nationwide.
Additionally, the Howrah-Patna Vande Bharat Express will now operate with 16 coaches instead of 8, increasing seating capacity and accommodating more passengers.
What This Means for Passengers
🚆 Easier Access to Food – No need to pre-book meals, as packaged food will be available onboard.
🚆 Better Convenience – Passengers can buy snacks and drinks during their journey.
🚆 Expanded Capacity – More coaches will be added to key routes for increased seating.
Bottom Line
Indian Railways is continuously improving passenger services in Vande Bharat Express trains. This new food service ensures a more comfortable and hassle-free journey for travelers.
📢 Stay tuned for further updates on Indian Railways!
