The ECoR's nomination of two trains under its jurisdiction was made in view of the Indian Railways making catering service optional in few selected trains on a trial basis for six months from August1 , 2017.
Passengers can now opt out of the catering facility offered by IRCTC while booking their tickets. This would mean tickets on these trains are going to cost less compared to those with pre-booked meals, an official said.
"Passengers, however, cannot change their option during the journey once they opt out. This scheme will be implemented for six months subject to mid-term review after three months," the official said.
No partial catering service will be provided to passengers under this scheme, thus the option will also include/exclude complete catering service between pairs of stations.
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