Passenger Finds Worm in Vande Bharat Train Meal, Railway Apologises

Worm Found in Sambar Served with Breakfast

A passenger travelling in train number 20666 of Tirunelveli-Chennai Egmore Vande Bharat Express found worms in sambar served with breakfast on board the train from Madurai on Saturday. She lodged the complaint soon after the train left Madurai. The railways also apologised to the passenger and promised strict action against the licensee. According to officials, the onboard manager, chief catering inspector (CIR), chief commercial inspector (CCI) and assistant commercial manager (ACM) inspected the food supplied by the Tirunelveli base kitchen managed by Vrindavan Food Products.

Insect was Found in Passengers Casserole Container

The investigation revealed that the insect was found sticking to the lid of the casserole container, which seemed uncooked, possibly indicating contamination after preparation. The officials apologised to the passenger, promised strict action against the licensee and offered an alternative meal at Dindigul station, which the customer declined. The packet of contaminated food was given to the Dindigul health inspector for quality assurance. Preliminary inspection of other food containers found no discrepancy. A comprehensive evaluation of the small pantry area, where food packets were distributed, revealed that it was clean and did not show signs of any pest activity, a railway statement said.

Vrindavan Food Products fined Rs 50,000

"To further investigate the source of contamination, a joint inspection was conducted by the Food Safety Officer, Health Inspector and Chief Commercial Inspector of Tirunelveli at the base kitchen. Food samples were collected and sent for testing," the statement mentioned. The Railways said a fine of Rs 50,000 has been imposed on Vrindavan Food Products for negligence, and further action is being considered. Railways is conducting a detailed investigation into the incident and examining all possibilities related to the source of contamination, the statement said. Further, Railways assured to provide quality food to passengers and assured to conduct regular inspections to monitor food standards. It has also been advised to lodge complaints on the rail help system to ensure timely resolution and follow up.

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