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National News: Indian Railways has decided to take care of passengers who travel while fasting during Navratri. IRCTC has announced a fruit-based and sattvic meal service on trains. This will help devotees who find it difficult to arrange proper food during long journeys. With these meals, they will no longer need to carry home-cooked food. The menu is designed according to traditional fasting rules, ensuring travelers can eat safely. The service brings comfort to passengers during their festive journeys.
The special menu has several sattvic items that follow fasting traditions. Passengers can order jeera aloo, sabudana khichdi, sabudana vada, potato tikki, and fasting vegetables. Desserts like malai barfi and drinks like lassi are also included. Dry snacks such as roasted makhana and peanuts with rock salt are available too. Plain yogurt is part of the thali for those who prefer lighter meals. With this wide variety, passengers can choose meals that suit their fasting needs. IRCTC has made sure the menu feels homely and festive.
To make things simple, passengers can book these meals through IRCTC’s e-catering website or mobile app. Both online payment and pay-on-delivery options are available for convenience. Once booked, meals will be delivered directly to the passenger’s seat at the designated station. Prices for the sattvic thalis range between ₹100 and ₹200, making them affordable for everyone. The service ensures that no fasting passenger faces problems during long train journeys. Booking a meal is now just a few clicks away.
Apart from the Navratri menu, Railways has also improved facilities on Vande Bharat trains. All passengers will now be provided with one-litre bottles of Rail Neer. Earlier, only 500 ml bottles were given, which were not enough for many travelers. This change will apply to all Vande Bharat routes, including those from Bhopal to Hazrat Nizamuddin and Khajuraho. The larger bottles will help passengers stay hydrated during the journey. This decision shows Railways’ focus on passenger comfort.
Ajit Sinha, Chief Regional Officer of IRCTC, confirmed the new facilities in a statement. He said that the Railway Board has already issued instructions to all zonal divisions. The move is aimed at improving services during the festive season. Railways wants to ensure that passengers feel cared for while traveling. The official also highlighted that similar changes may be introduced in the future for other trains. Such steps reflect Railways’ attempt to combine tradition with modern service.
Passengers across the country have welcomed these announcements. For devotees, the introduction of fasting meals is a major relief. Families traveling together now have one less worry during Navratri journeys. The decision to provide bigger water bottles has also drawn positive reactions. Many passengers said Railways is finally addressing small but important needs. These facilities may appear simple, but they create a big difference for travelers. Together, these changes show Railways’ willingness to adapt to passenger expectations.
By offering sattvic meals and larger Rail Neer bottles, Indian Railways is making festival journeys smoother. Passengers can now travel without the stress of food or water shortages. The move highlights how Railways is blending tradition with better service. For fasting devotees, these meals mean health and devotion can go hand in hand. For all passengers, the added comfort is a sign of care. This Navratri, journeys will not only be spiritual but also more relaxed and satisfying.
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