These options aim to ensure that passengers have access to meals of their choice, the minister added. Food vigilance on trains Vaishnaw highlighted the government's focus on maintaining the quality and affordability of food served on trains and stations. Regular and surprise inspections are conducted by officials from Indian Railways and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to ensure compliance with standards. "It is also ensured that food items are sold at notified tariff. In addition, special inspection drives are carried out with focus on aspects such as quality, price, etc. Prompt and appropriate punitive action, including imposition of fines, disciplinary action, counselling, warning etc., is taken in case of catering-related complaints," the minister elaborated. The minister also shared several measures undertaken to improve catering services across the network.