IRCTC joins forces with Haldiram's and ISKCON to make train food better

Business Dec 12, 2025

IRCTC is shaking up its meal game on select Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains by partnering with big names like Haldiram's, ISKCON, Elior, and Casino Air Caterers.
The goal? To serve passengers fresher, tastier, and more hygienic meals that actually feel restaurant-quality.

What's new for travelers?

The new model—now running on routes like Nagpur-Secunderabad and Delhi-Sitamarhi—separates where food is made from how it's served onboard.
With upgraded kitchens and a focus on diverse regional menus, IRCTC dishes out about 16.5 lakh meals daily.
Passengers are already giving positive feedback about the improved quality and variety, so expect even more upgrades as IRCTC fine-tunes this approach for future journeys.