Passenger Shows Insects in Vande Bharat Food; Railways Fines ₹60 Lakh

A food safety lapse on the Vande Bharat Express running from Patna to Tatanagar has trɨggered strict action by the Ministry of Railways after a passenger shared a video showing insects in packaged curd. Multiple travellers reported similar issues.

👉🏽 The Railways fined Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation ₹10 lakh and the private caterer ₹50 lakh, terminating the latter’s contract. Officials said the complaint was taken seriously, stressing that passenger safety and hygiene remain top priorities.

Food Safety Concerns Surface
👉🏽 In the viral video, a passenger displays insects inside a sealed cup of Amul dahi, along with another reportedly consumed partially by a fellow traveller. Passengers alleged inadequate response from onboard staff when the issue was raised. The incident has raised concerns over quality control in premium train services.

Action Taken After Viral Video
👉🏽 Following the video’s circulation on social media, authorities confirmed penalties and contract termination. A Railways spokesperson reiterated that strict standards are enforced, especially on flagship trains, and lapses invite swift action to maintain public trust.

⚡⚡How can authorities and service providers work together to ensure consistent food safety across all trains?

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