Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quality Council of India (QCI). This high-stakes partnership establishes a rigorous, technology-driven, independent third-party audit mechanism to ensure the highest standards of food safety and hygiene across all IRCTC-managed mobile (trains) and static (station) catering units.
Under this strategic alliance, QCI will deploy certified professionals to conduct intense, unannounced quarterly and half-yearly inspection cycles. These audits will enforce strict compliance with statutory Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations and international culinary standards. This partnership marks a definitive shift toward a transparent, passenger-first future, ensuring every meal served on Indian Railways aligns with elite safety and health protocols.
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is a 'Navratna' listed company under Ministry of Railways, Government of India and is the professional hospitality and travel arm of Indian Railways incorporate for upgradation of catering services over Indian Railways and promote rail-bound domestic and inbound tourism in the country.
