IRCTC, the hospitality and tourism arm of Indian Railways and a Mini-Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, has played a pivotal role in upgrading and professionalizing the hospitality services of Indian Railways, garnering much appreciation from the passenger fraternity.
IRCTC offers a wide range of catering services designed to meet the diverse needs of travelers across the Indian Railways network. One of the premium offerings from IRCTC is the E-Catering food delivery service for Rail passengers blending technology with food service.
In addition to the various delectables on offer through the e-catering service, IRCTC has launched additional two premium products the nostalgic ‘Railway cutlet’ and ‘Bowl meal-The good bowl’ for its esteemed users to further enhance passenger convenience.
IRCTC in collaboration with RODEO Travel Technologies Private Limited (Railofy), reintroduces the nostalgic ‘Railway Cutlet’ with the aim to bring back fond memories of train travel, reflecting the charm and adventure associated with the iconic snack.
The ‘Railway Cutlet’ has a storied history that dates back to the British colonial era in India, reflecting the influence of British culinary practices adapted to Indian tastes. It was designed to be an easy-to-serve, non-messy meal for passengers, becoming a popular snack on Indian trains, especially during long journeys, due to its convenience and taste. Traditionally, the Railway Cutlet was made with mashed potatoes, vegetables (such as beetroot and peanuts), and spices, holding nostalgic value for many Indians.
The ‘Railway cutlet’ will be offered in two 60-gram pieces with ingredients like peanuts and beetroot with unique packaging artwork. Priced at Rs.50 (inclusive of all taxes), this snack will initially be available at locations like Itarsi, Vijayawada, Nagpur, Ballarshah, Bhopal, Kanpur, Visakhapatnam, Ambala, Kota, Bhusaval and Mughalsarai (DDU), with further expansion planned for additional stations.
The newly introduced ‘Bowl Meal – The Good Bowl’ offering, a co-branded product with Rebel Foods Pvt. Ltd, is designed to provide passengers with a nutritious and satisfying dining option, crafted with careful consideration for taste and convenience.
The meals are specially designed to cater to travellers, with innovative packaging to maintain the freshness and quality of the food. The Good Bowl will be available in two options the Roast Vegetable Rice Bowl for Vegetarians and Chicken Kofta Rice Bowl for Non-veg lovers.
The meals are priced competitively at INR 169 for the Roast Vegetable Rice Bowl and INR 199 for the Chicken Kofta Rice Bowl, making them accessible to a wide range of passengers.
The service shall initially commence from Delhi and gradually available across multiple routes, ensuring passengers on different trains can enjoy this new offering.
Passengers can place orders for both the ‘Railway Cutlet’ and ‘ The Good Bowl’ via the e-Catering app (Food on Track) or website (www.ecatering.irctc.co.in), at least two hours before the scheduled journey time with a valid PNR, with the option to pre-pay or POD Pay- on- delivery, as per their convenience.
This initiative marks a significant milestone in IRCTC’s efforts to continuously improve the quality and variety of meals offered to passengers, ensuring a delightful and convenient journey with the nostalgic touch for all.
For booking log on to e-Catering app(Food on Track) or website (www.ecatering.irctc.co.in) or call 1323.