Insects found in sambar served on Vande Bharat train, Railways slaps Rs 50,000 fine on catering firm

Chennai: A complaint has been filed after insects were discovered in the sambar served on a Vande Bharat train, sparking a viral social media post that led to swift action by the railways. Following the incident, a fine of Rs 50,000 was imposed on the food catering service provider. Also Read: 'Have you ever drunk milk of an unmarried girl': UP cop's alleged vulgar phone call being probed (LISTEN) The incident occurred on the Vande Bharat train traveling from Tirunelveli to Chennai, where passengers found insects in the food. A video of the incident was shared widely, including by Manickam Tagore, MP, who criticized the hygiene standards aboard the Vande Bharat trains. The video was posted with a tag to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, drawing attention to food safety concerns even on premium trains like Vande Bharat. “Dear Ashwini Vaishnaw ji, live insects were found in the food served on the Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express Passengers have raised concerns over hygiene and IRCTC’s accountability. What steps are being taken to address this and ensure food safety on premium trains?," he wrote in his post. Dear @AshwiniVaishnaw ji ,live insects