TMC, BJP Clash Over Veg-Only Menu on Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
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News18•25-01-2026, 10:52
TMC, BJP Clash Over Veg-Only Menu on Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
- •A political dispute has erupted between TMC and BJP regarding the absence of non-vegetarian food on India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train.
- •The train commenced its inaugural commercial journey between Howrah and Kamakhya, offering only vegetarian catering.
- •TMC leaders, including spokesperson Kunal Ghosh, criticized the move as an attack on Bengal’s cultural identity and dietary preferences, demanding non-vegetarian options.
- •Passengers also reported that the 'no-food' option, available on other Vande Bharat services, was not offered on this route.
- •BJP rejected the allegations, stating food choices are personal and accused TMC of double standards, citing the removal of non-vegetarian items from West Bengal's mid-day meal scheme.
Why It Matters: TMC and BJP are in a political spat over the Vande Bharat sleeper's veg-only menu, sparking cultural and dietary debates.
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