The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has officially released a revised food menu for the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains. This update specifically focuses on the newly launched Howrah–Kamakhya route. While the service initially started with a vegetarian-only menu, the authorities have now introduced non-vegetarian options and regional delicacies to serve passengers better. This change comes after regular commercial operations began in late January 2026.
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Regional Dishes and Non-Veg Options
The new menu follows an origin-based model, meaning the food changes depending on the direction of travel to match local tastes. For the first time on this sleeper route, chicken dishes have been formally included.
| Route | Style | Meal Options |
|---|---|---|
| Kamakhya to Howrah (Train 27576) | Assamese | Veg: Jeera Corn Pulao, Tehdar Paratha, Aloo Bhaji (Lesera/Beans) Non-Veg: Assamese-style Chicken Masala or Curry Sweet: Narikal Burfi or Rasgulla |
| Howrah to Kamakhya (Train 27575) | Bengali | Veg: Basanti Pulao, Cholar Dal, Dhokar Dalna Non-Veg: Bengali Chicken Curry or Murgh Rogini Sweet: Sandesh or Kheer Kadam |
Prices and Service Rules
Passengers should note that non-vegetarian options are currently limited to chicken only, and items like fish or mutton are not on the list. IRCTC has also implemented strict packaging rules to ensure quality.
- Portion Size: The non-veg serving must contain 50–60 grams of boneless chicken along with 70 grams of gravy.
- Safety Labels: All food packets will carry a QR Code. This allows passengers to check the FSSAI license number, weight, and date of packing.
- Meal Costs: Standard breakfast charges range from ₹122 to ₹155 depending on the class. Lunch and dinner prices are set between ₹222 and ₹244.
- Service: Meals are served in color-coded trays to easily distinguish between vegetarian and non-vegetarian orders.