Diwali Special Food on Train: How to Order Festive Meals and Sweets Online

Somewhere on a platform tonight, a bag is being zipped one last time. Inside: a gift for a little niece, a shawl for a grandmother, and a heart that reached home long before the train did. Diwali has always been about going home. Remember the evenings of your childhood? Mother’s diya glowing first on the doorstep, cousins arguing over the rangoli colours, the smell of ghee and frying snacks drifting from the kitchen, and a plate of sweets that was never allowed to look empty. Those memories are why, every year, millions of us pack our bags and board a train home. This Diwali, let the journey itself feel like a celebration. With IRCTC eCatering, you can enjoy Diwali special food on train, planned in advance and delivered when your train reaches the station you choose. A little festive warmth, right on your journey.

Your Diwali Feast, Wherever the Track Leads

Diwali is a season of abundance, and your train journey can have its share of it. Through IRCTC eCatering, you can explore a variety of festive spread from partner restaurants:

• Sweets: the mithai that means “festival” to your family
• Thalis: a full, homely plate for the whole journey
• Biryanis: rich, aromatic and made for celebration
• Combos: easy, value-packed meals for different appetites
• Pizzas: the favourite of the youngest travellers
• Beverages: tea, coffee and more to go with the moment

These Diwali delights are only a few taps away. The exact dishes depend on the restaurants serving along your route, so every journey can bring a new flavour to discover.

The Official Way to Order Food on Train

IRCTC eCatering Food on Track app and website are the official platforms for ordering food on trains. Order only through the Food on Track app or the official website, www.ecatering.irctc.co.in, for a safe and dependable festive journey. Need help? Reach us on WhatsApp at 1323.

Order Food in Train Online: Simple Steps

1. Open the IRCTC eCatering website or the Food on Track app.
2. Enter your 10-digit PNR number.
3. Select a delivery station from those available along your route, or tap the Diwali Delights icon on the home page to browse curated festive offerings.
4. Explore meals, snacks, beverages and sweets from the listed restaurants.
5. Add your favourites to the cart.
6. Choose an available payment method, such as online payment or Cash on Delivery.
7. Review your journey and delivery details, then place your order.
8. Once confirmed, follow the delivery instructions to receive your food at the selected station.

Tip: Order a few hours early to get the widest choice of restaurants and dishes.

Diwali Sweets Online: Because It Is Not Diwali Without Mithai

Sweetness is the heart of the festival. When you order Diwali sweets online through IRCTC eCatering, depending on the menu you may find Gulab Jamun, Sandesh, Kheer Mohan, Rajasthani Barfi, Dry Fruits Barfi, Milk Cake, Doda Barfi, Malpua, Rasgulla, Kaju Katli, Laddoos, Gajar Ka Halwa, cakes and other desserts.

Savoury cravings are covered too: Samosas, Aloo Tikki, Cutlets, Paneer Tikka, Onion Bhaji, Shakarpaare, Namakpaare, Murukku, Pinni, Sandwiches And Wraps, plus packaged tea, coffee and other beverages.

Festive and Budget Friendly

Celebrating well should not stretch your pocket. Look for the Budget Friendly section on the platform, which offers:

• Thalis under ₹150
• Biryanis under ₹200
• Combos under ₹150

And there is more good news: no station fee or convenience fee is charged when you order through the IRCTC Food on Track app or the official IRCTC eCatering website.

Travelling in a Group of 15 or More?

Heading home with a big family, a wedding party or a bunch of friends? If your group has 15 or more travellers, submit your interest for special group booking meal deals here: www.ecatering.irctc.co.in/callback

Plan Ahead, Celebrate Without Worry

Diwali is among the busiest travel seasons of the year, and a little planning goes a long way, especially with elders and children.

• Keep your PNR handy and check the delivery stations along your route.
• Browse menus before you travel to decide between a full meal, a snack or something sweet.
• Order ahead of the required delivery time shown on the platform.
• Choose food to suit your journey, keeping in mind delivery time and storage instructions.
• Review before you confirm: dishes, quantities, station and payment details.

This Diwali, Let the Journey Be Part of the Celebration

The train will carry you home. Let IRCTC eCatering bring a little of the festival along the way: a warm plate, a sweet that tastes like childhood, and a quiet smile at the window as you think of the faces waiting for you.

Enter your PNR on the IRCTC eCatering website or the Food on Track app, tap the Diwali Special icon, and discover Diwali special food on train that makes every kilometre feel closer to home.

Happy Diwali, and happy journeys, from IRCTC eCatering.