Bhagalpur Railway Station to Offer South India Food Delicacies to Passengers; New Food Stall to Open in Place of PRS Counter, Junction to Aromas of Dosa and Idli
Bhagalpur, Chief Correspondent: Extremely delightful and appetizing news has emerged for railway passengers visiting Bhagalpur Junction, counted among the most important and busiest railway stations in eastern Bihar and Jharkhand. Now, passengers waiting for trains or traveling will have the opportunity to enjoy authentic South Indian delicacies right at the station, akin to metropolitan cities like Mumbai and Chennai. Keeping passengers' food preferences in mind, comprehensive preparations have begun to provide popular items like dosa, idli, vada, and upma at the Bhagalpur railway station. For this, the process of constructing and allocating a new food stall within the station premises has been accelerated at the local level.
Where Will the New Food Stall Open? Old PRS Space to Be Utilized
According to information received from railway sources, a very strategic and prominent part of the Bhagalpur station has been chosen to establish this modern food stall. Under the decision taken by the railway administration, this savory food stall will now open at the old location of the PRS (Passenger Reservation System / Reservation Center) previously operating at the station.
Since passenger crowds at traditional PRS counters have decreased in recent days due to computerized reservation centers and the rising trend of online ticketing, the railway has made a stellar decision to put this vacant prime location to commercial and passenger-friendly use. Opening a food stall near the main platform or concourse area will enable passengers catching trains or visiting to buy tickets to easily access hot and fresh breakfast.
What Delectable Dishes Will Passengers Get?
Keeping passenger preferences in mind, several traditional and mouth-watering dishes will be served at this special South Indian food counter starting at Bhagalpur Junction. As per the initial plan, the menu for this stall will include the following items:
Various Types of Dosa: Varieties like Plain Dosa, Masala Dosa, Mysore Masala, Onion Dosa, and Cheese Dosa, served hot with sambar and coconut chutney.
Soft and Spongy Idli: Steamed, health-friendly semolina and rice idlis, which are a top favorite for everyone from children to elders.
Crispy Vada and Medu Vada: Crunchy medu vadas, which will instantly wash away travelers' fatigue when dipped in sambar.
Filter Coffee: South India's famous and aromatic 'South Indian Filter Coffee', which will refresh passengers before a long train journey.
Why Was the Need for This Facility Felt?
Dozens of express, mail, and passenger trains pass through Bhagalpur Junction every day, carrying thousands of passengers traveling to cities like Delhi, Howrah, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Patna, and Guwahati. Moreover, a massive crowd throngs the station during the Shrawani Mela and other festivals.
It was often observed that apart from tea, biscuits, samosas, and regular meals (thali), only North Indian snacks were easily available at the Bhagalpur station. Passengers fond of South Indian cuisine or health-conscious individuals either had to step outside the station or depend on train catering to get clean, preferred breakfast. Addressing this persistent inconvenience and long-standing demand of passengers, the railways have now taken this commendable step.
Preparations Underway Locally, Operations to Begin Soon
The local railway commercial department and catering unit have accelerated preparations regarding the operation of this food stall. The renovation work of the old PRS space to suit the new food stall will be completed soon. Equipping the stall with modern equipment while paying special attention to food safety and hygiene (FSSAI standards), the initiative aims to provide high-quality and clean food to passengers. Railway officials believe that launching this new facility will not only improve passengers' dining experience but also boost the railway's non-fare revenue.
The opening of this new food stall featuring South Indian delicacies at the old PRS space on Bhagalpur railway station is nothing short of a major treat for local passengers. During journeys, travelers will no longer need to wait for metropolitan cities to enjoy favorite dishes like dosa and idli. This initiative by the railway administration will prove to be yet another milestone in equipping Bhagalpur Junction with modern passenger amenities.
