IRCTC ties up with Zomato: What this means for passengers — pre-ordered meals, Navratri thalis and more

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) has partnered with food delivery platform Zomato. The partnership means passengers traveling by Indian railway can now choose from a broader array of food options through its E-Catering segment. According to a statement, this strategic alliance is set to provide rail passengers with more choices and convenience when it comes to their culinary preferences, making their travel experience more enjoyable and comfortable.

As part of this collaboration, IRCTC has initiated a Proof of Concept (PoC) at five prominent railway stations. These five railways stations are: New Delhi, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Lucknow, and Varanasi. Under this PoC, passengers can order and receive pre-ordered meals via the IRCTC E-Catering portal with the assistance of Zomato.