The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is facing mounting criticism following a food safety incident on a Vande Bharat train operating between Ahmedabad and Mumbai. A passenger, Aditya Didwania, reported finding an insect in the food served during the journey, prompting immediate action from IRCTC.

In response to the incident, IRCTC imposed a fine of Rs 10 lakh on the service provider, M/S Brandavan Food Products, which is part of the RK Group. This penalty reflects the seriousness with which IRCTC is treating the matter, as they strive to maintain hygiene and safety standards for passengers. “Inconvenience caused is deeply regretted. The matter has been viewed with the utmost seriousness and a hefty penalty of Rs 10 lakh along with termination notice of the contract is being issued to the Service Provider,” an IRCTC spokesperson stated.

This incident is not an isolated case. At least two similar incidents were reported in the same coach, raising concerns among passengers about the overall quality of food served on Vande Bharat trains. Following the complaints, IRCTC issued a termination notice to Brandavan Food Products and sealed their kitchen for deep cleaning and pest control.

Passengers have expressed their dissatisfaction and concerns regarding food safety and hygiene on trains, with many suggesting that they would prefer to bring their own food or order from food delivery applications. One passenger commented, “I always carry my own food. If the travel duration is longer, I prefer ordering food from an application.” This sentiment reflects a growing trend among travelers who are wary of the food quality provided by railway catering services.

The incident has gained traction online, leading to widespread discussions about food quality on trains. Many passengers are questioning the adequacy of the measures taken by IRCTC to ensure food safety. “This isn’t an isolated case anymore. Multiple recent incidents. Same negligence. At what point does this become a serious public health concern? Passengers deserve better than repeated apologies,” remarked another concerned traveler.

IRCTC has reiterated that hygiene and passenger safety are their top priorities, yet the recurrence of such incidents raises serious questions about the effectiveness of their oversight and quality control mechanisms. This incident follows previous complaints about food quality on Vande Bharat trains, indicating a pattern that could undermine public confidence in railway catering services.

As discussions continue regarding food safety on trains, the future of the partnership between IRCTC and its service providers remains uncertain. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further actions that may be taken to address these ongoing concerns. The railway authority is expected to enhance its monitoring and evaluation processes to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Hostel food often becomes a topic of debate regarding hygiene, trust, and accountability. Recently, a student at the University Institute of Technology, RGPV in Bhopal claimed to have found a lizard in his hostel meal, raising serious concerns about food safety.

The incident, which was captured on video and subsequently went viral on social media, shows the student questioning the unusual object in his food, asserting that it resembled a lizard. In response, a mess staff member insisted that the object was actually capsicum, even going so far as to eat it to prove his point.

The student, however, remained adamant, stating, “Bhai saab, yeh kya hai, dekh lo,” and further claimed that the object had a lizard’s eye. This dramatic exchange has drawn significant attention and sparked outrage among fellow students and social media users.

In light of the allegations, the university has formed a committee to investigate the matter. RGPV Director Sudhir Bhadoria assured that the health of students would not be compromised and that strict action would follow if any negligence was found.

The canteen operator has denied the allegations, maintaining that the item in question was indeed capsicum, referred to by the staff member as “Shimla mirch.” However, the conflicting accounts have left many in doubt.

As the investigation continues, observers are keen to see the outcome and whether any measures will be implemented to improve food safety standards in the university’s hostel mess.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the true nature of the object found in the meal, leaving students and parents concerned about the quality of food served in educational institutions.

When your defence strategy is literally to ‘eat’ the crime scene, it raises further questions about accountability and the importance of maintaining hygiene in food services.

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