IRCTC, Delhi Metro tie up for food kiosks at stations

New Delhi: Passengers travelling in Delhi Metro can look forward to quality lip-smacking delicacies from IRCTC kiosk, as the company under Railways has firmed up plans to open its stalls in 130 Metro stations. The mini-ratna company has tied up with Delhi Metro Railway Corporation for the kiosks christened Food Track, which would open shutters from next month itself.[caption id=“attachment_632920” align=“alignleft” width=“380”] Food stalls will come up at Delhi Metro stations soon. AFP [/caption] “We will open the kiosks in a phased manner starting with the stations in the blue line and the purple line,” an IRCTC official said. The hallmark of the kiosks would be hygiene factor as all the food items, including samosas, rolls and burgers would come packed. “Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has certified the stalls,” the official said, claiming IRCTC stalls would be the only kiosks in the metro stations certified by FSSAI. Besides, the kiosks will serve chana chawal, rajma chawal and kadi chawal in sealed trays which would be microwave compatible. IRCTC, which provided catering facilities onboard trains, has expanded its reach in recent years, opening stalls and canteens in government offices, ministries and educational campuses including IIM Indore and Delhi University. It has also come up with an automated central kitchen concept in Noida, from where it serves freshly-made food to companies and educational institutions. PTI