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10 Lumding Division Stations Awarded 'Eat Right Station' Tag

Ten railway stations in the Lumding division of Northeast Frontier Railway have been awarded the 'Eat Right Station' certification by FSSAI. The certification, valid from March 2026 to March 2028, follows a comprehensive audit ensuring food safety standards. The initiative is part of FSSAI's 'Eat Right India' campaign promoting safe and healthy food. NFR remains committed to enhancing passenger amenities and food quality across its network.

Key Points: 10 NE Railway Stations Get 'Eat Right' Tag

  • 10 stations in Lumding division get 'Eat Right Station' tag
  • Certification valid from March 2026 to March 2028
  • Comprehensive audit ensured food safety compliance
  • Part of FSSAI's 'Eat Right India' initiative
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NE: 10 Lumding division stations get 'Eat Right Station' tag

10 railway stations in Lumding division, NE Frontier Railway, get 'Eat Right Station' certification from FSSAI for safe, hygienic food.

"This achievement reflects the dedicated efforts and close coordination among railway officials, health inspectors, catering units... - Kapinjal Kishore Sharma"

Guwahati, April 29

In a significant step towards ensuring safe, hygienic, and quality food for passengers, 10 railway stations, along with the Divisional Railway Manager's office canteen at Lumding under the Lumding Division of Northeast Frontier Railway, have been awarded the prestigious "Eat Right Station" certification by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.

The Northeast Frontier Railway Chief Public Relations Officer, Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, said that the certification is valid for the period from March 30, 2026, to March 29, 2028, in accordance with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India guidelines.

The stations that have received this certification include Silchar (Cachar district), Karimganj (Sribhumi district), New Haflong (Dima Hasao district), Diphu (Karbi Anglong district), Lumding and Lanka (Hojai district), Chaparmukh (Nagaon district), Jagiroad (Morigaon district), and Sarupathar (Golaghat district), along with the Divisional Railway Manager's office canteen at Lumding.

Sharma said that this recognition follows a comprehensive audit of food stalls, catering units, and food handlers at these locations, ensuring strict compliance with food safety standards, hygienic preparation practices, safe storage, effective waste management, and the availability of nutritious food options for passengers.

This achievement reflects the dedicated efforts and close coordination among railway officials, health inspectors, catering units, authorised vendors, and station management teams in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety, he said.

The "Eat Right Station" certification is part of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's flagship "Eat Right India" initiative, aimed at promoting safe, healthy, and sustainable food practices across the country.

Northeast Frontier Railway remains committed to enhancing passenger amenities and ensuring the availability of quality, safe, and hygienic food across its network, the Northeast Frontier Railway Chief Public Relations Officer said.

The Northeast Frontier Railway, headquartered at Maligaon near Guwahati, operates across the Northeastern states as well as in seven districts of West Bengal and five districts of north Bihar.

- IANS

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Anjali F
Great move but I hope this is not just a one-time certification. We need continuous monitoring because hygiene standards often drop after the initial inspection. The DRM office canteen getting certified is a good sign though.
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Rahul R
As a food safety auditor, I can tell you this certification is no joke. FSSAI has strict protocols. Kudos to the Lumding division for making it happen. Now if only they could extend this to all stations in Assam. 🚂
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Priyanka N
I remember the days when railway food in the Northeast was terrible. This is a positive change, but I hope the prices remain affordable. Often these "certified" stalls charge double the normal rate. Still, a step in the right direction.
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Michael C
As someone who frequently travels from Guwahati to Silchar for work, I can confirm this is much needed. The food at Lumding junction used to be questionable. Good to see NFR taking food safety seriously. Hopefully more stations follow suit.
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Kavitha C
Very proud of our Northeast Frontier Railway! Dimapur and Guwahati stations should also be on this list. But I'm happy that smaller stations like Lanka and Jagiroad are getting recognized. These places often get overlooked. Well done! 🌟
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Naveen S
I've been to Silchar station recently and the difference is night and day. Cleaner platforms, better quality food, and the vendors actually wear gloves now. This is what happens when you have proper inspections. More power to FSSAI!

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