Key Takeaways
- Pakistan Railways fined the Islamabad Express kitchen manager Rs. 1,000 for poor hygiene and substandard milk.
- The inspection also found inadequate cleanliness in the kitchen, but complimentary food boxes were rated satisfactory.
- The Green Line’s food quality and services were assessed as satisfactory, with its kitchen manager warned about local water sales.
Pakistan Railways has imposed a fine of Rs. 1,000 on the Islamabad Express kitchen manager following a surprise inspection that revealed unsatisfactory cleanliness and substandard milk quality.
The inspection was carried out by Lahore Divisional Commercial Officer Abdullah Arshad, who was instructed by Lahore Division Superintendent Inamullah.
During the inspection, Arshad reviewed the food and beverage quality, hygiene standards, and facilities provided to passengers on the Islamabad Express and Green Line trains.
While the complimentary food boxes served to passengers were found to be satisfactory, the Islamabad Express kitchen was noted for inadequate cleanliness and substandard milk, leading to the fine.
The Green Line’s food quality and complimentary services were assessed as satisfactory, with its kitchen manager receiving a warning over the sale of local water.
Arshad instructed the staff to ensure that passengers receive quality food and the best possible services, aligning with Federal Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi’s vision for the railway sector.
Pakistan Railways has stated its commitment to maintaining high standards of food and beverage quality aboard its trains, emphasizing the importance of hygiene and service excellence.
The fine and warnings issued during this inspection reflect the railway’s ongoing efforts to improve the overall passenger experience and uphold the standards set by the minister.
