Indian Railways has implemented new reforms to reduce food wastage in trains. By using data analytics, the railway has stopped the wastage of 11 crore meals every year. This move has resulted in a financial saving of 400 crore rupees. The railway is now working towards a goal of zero food waste.
How did Railways reduce food wastage?
The railway modernized its cooking and distribution process using data analytics technology. This system helps in better planning of food quantity based on passenger demand. The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) played a key role in integrating this data analytics to optimize operations and reduce costs.
What are the latest updates in IRCTC catering?
IRCTC has started shifting towards electric cooking in pantry cars and major stations due to LPG shortages. Sanjay Kumar Jain, CMD of IRCTC, confirmed that all LHB pantry cars can now prepare food using electricity while the train is moving. The target is to prepare 60% of food items using electric cooking methods.
What is the impact on food storage and transit?
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution reported a significant drop in food wastage over the last 10 years. Pralhad Joshi informed the Lok Sabha about the following improvements in storage and transit:
| Item | Wastage in 2013 | Current Wastage |
|---|---|---|
| Rice | 0.39% | 0.07% |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
रेलवे ने खाने की बर्बादी रोकने के लिए क्या तकनीक अपनाई?
रेलवे ने डेटा एनालिटिक्स तकनीक का उपयोग किया है जिससे खाना पकाने और वितरण की प्रक्रिया को आधुनिक बनाया गया है।
IRCTC ने पैंट्री कारों में क्या बदलाव किया है?
LPG की कमी के कारण अब LHB पैंट्री कारों में इलेक्ट्रिक कुकिंग को बढ़ावा दिया जा रहा है, जिसका लक्ष्य 60% भोजन बिजली से तैयार करना है।