A passenger recently flagged a public health concern after travelling on Vande Bharat and Rajdhani trains. She claimed rotis and kachoris were served hot inside sealed plastic packets. These packets reportedly did not mention microwave safety or heating instructions.
She stated that railway staff confirmed the food was heated in the same sealed packaging. This raised concerns about chemicals possibly releasing from plastic when exposed to high temperatures. Many passengers echoed her worries and demanded clarity from authorities.
However, no laboratory test report or detailed technical explanation has been made public so far. In the absence of verified scientific evidence, the claims cannot be treated as conclusively proven. Clear testing and official disclosure remain essential.
IRCTC later issued an apology and assured that the issue would be reviewed to prevent recurrence. The incident highlights the importance of vigilant citizens raising safety concerns. Constructive questioning often helps improve public service standards.
Public Health Issue Alert
Travelling on Vande Bharat today (Allahabad → Delhi) and yesterday was travelling on Rajdhani (Delhi → Allahabad), I was served rotis/kachoris heated directly inside sealed plastic packaging. While at Rajdhani, I was hungry and so ate the hot… pic.twitter.com/gIxM4U1d5N
— Avani Bansal (@bansalavani) February 18, 2026
