Indian Railways is expanding its onboard dining experience on Vande Bharat Express trains by introducing region-specific cuisine, allowing passengers to sample authentic local dishes as they travel across the country.

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New Delhi: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday held discussions with officials on introducing local cuisine from different regions on board Vande Bharat trains, with plans to extend the initiative across the railway network in the future.

Indian Railways on Thursday announced the introduction of regional cuisine services through IRCTC on Vande Bharat trains, aiming to further enhance the passenger experience by offering culturally relevant food and authentic local flavours.

The Ministry of Railways has announced that local cuisine will soon be served on Vande Bharat trains, with plans to extend the initiative to all trains in a phased manner. The move is aimed at improving passenger experience by offering food that reflects the culture and tastes of the regions through which the trains operate.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday instructed officials to introduce region-specific local cuisine on Vande Bharat trains. The move is expected to further enhance the passenger experience by showcasing the culture and culinary preferences of the areas the trains pass through.

Introducing local cuisine will significantly enhance the passenger experience by offering food that reflects the culture and tastes of the regions being traversed. This facility will be expanded to all the trains progressively in the future.

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