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Vande Bharat Sleeper train to serve regional cuisines onboard. (Image generated using AI)
Vande Bharat Sleeper train food menu: India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will serve regional cuisine onboard to passengers. Flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 17, the new semi-high-speed train will operate on Kamakhya-Howrah route from January 22. This orange and grey coloured train will not only reduce travel time between two cities but also give a boost to regional trade, tourism, employment and social connectivity, strengthening economic and cultural ties across regions.
Vande Bharat Sleeper train meal plan
Earlier this month, Ministry of Railways announced that traditional dishes associated with the region will be served on the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. “Passengers will also enjoy high-quality onboard catering services, making long overnight journeys more relaxed and stress-free. Passengers on the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will enjoy region-specific culinary offerings during their journey,” it said.
According to railways, the train originating from Guwahati will feature authentic Assamese cuisine, while the train starting from Kolkata will serve traditional Bengali delicacies.
IRCTC food menu for Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper train
Apart from tea and biscuits, IRCTC has prepared three separate food menu lists for passengers travelling from Howrah to Kamakhya on the Vande Bharat Sleeper (train number 27575). According to IRCTC, passengers travelling on train number 27575, the Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper, will be served Basanti Pulao, Veg Pulao or Green Peas Pulao along with phulka, labra, chaner dalna or dhokar dalna.
The meal will also include Aloo Phool Kopi Bhaja, Jhuri Aloo Bhaja or Aloo Bhaja, as well as Bhaja Moong Dal, Cholar Dal or Mix Dal. Dessert options will include Sandesh, Kala Jamun or Rasgulla.
IRCTC food menu for Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train
Similarly, apart from tea and biscuits, IRCTC has also prepared three separate food menu lists for passengers travelling from Kamakhya to Howrah on the Vande Bharat Sleeper (train number 27576). According to IRCTC, passengers travelling on train number 27576, the Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper, will be served Joha rice or Joha pulao along with phulka, matar paneer, labra or mixed bhaji.
The meal will also include Aloo Long Beans Bhaji, Aloo Bhindi Bhaja or Aloo Paneer Gravy, along with Mati Mohor Dali, Masoor Dali or Moong Dali. Dessert options will include Narikol Burfi, Lal Mohan or Rasgulla.
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Bengali Meal
Assamese Meal
Source: IRCTC | India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express features regional Bengali and Assamese cuisines with rotating menu options
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Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More
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