A recent incident involving a meal served on the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Vande Bharat Express has sparked serious concerns about food safety. A viral post showed an insect in the dal and rice served to passengers, prompting the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to take action against the catering provider, Brandavan Food Products, part of the RK Group. The IRCTC has imposed a ₹10 lakh penalty and terminated the vendor's contract, sealing the kitchen for deep cleaning and pest control. This incident has reignited discussions about hygiene standards on premium trains, where passengers expect high-quality service. Additionally, a separate report highlighted a passenger who suffered a severe allergic reaction after consuming food on another Vande Bharat Express, raising further questions about food handling practices and safety protocols. The growing scrutiny from the public has led to calls for improved monitoring and accountability in catering services to ensure passenger safety.