Ajmer | The Indian Railways is set to introduce Rail Coach Restaurants at four key locations—Pushkar, Udaipur, Bhilwara, and Abu Road. This initiative aims to transform decommissioned railway coaches into unique dining experiences, offering passengers and locals a new way to enjoy quality food in a railway-themed setting.
In addition to the rail coach restaurants, the railway authorities plan to introduce food trucks at prime locations within their premises. These food trucks will operate on leased land, with the bidding process scheduled to take place online in February.
According to railway norms, a coach is declared condemned after completing 24 years of service. Traditionally, these decommissioned coaches are sold to scrap dealers through auctions. However, the railways now plan to repurpose well-maintained coaches into stylish restaurants, ensuring a sustainable and innovative approach to their utilization.
With this initiative, the railway aims to enhance passenger amenities while creating new business opportunities. The upcoming rail coach restaurants and food truck spaces are expected to attract travelers, food enthusiasts, and local residents, boosting tourism and the local economy.