Rail service in India debuts first mobile dining car at Asansol Station.
Asansol Railway Station, a bustling hub in West Bengal, has recently seen the addition of several new facilities and services, aiming to enhance the travel experience for its passengers.
The highlight of these new additions is the Restaurant on Wheels, which caters to both Railway passengers and the general public of Asansol. Developed by refurbishing two over-aged MEMU coaches, this unique restaurant is now operational. The inauguration ceremony was graced by the Minister of State for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Babul Supriyo.
The Restaurant on Wheels aims to improve facilities at Asansol station and generate approximately Rs 50 lakhs in non-fare revenue earnings over the next five years. However, as of July 2025, no verified update on the current status or schedule of this service is available in recent official or public sources. For exact and latest information, contacting Indian Railways directly or IRCTC customer service might be necessary.
In addition to the Restaurant on Wheels, two new air-conditioned Retiring Rooms have been introduced. Funded through the MPLAD scheme, these rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art furniture and other equipment, providing a comfortable stay for weary travellers.
Another significant addition is the Electronic Reservation Chart Display System, which provides easy access to reservation status information for passengers. This system is operational and will undoubtedly prove beneficial for those seeking up-to-date information about their train reservations.
The inauguration ceremony also marked the introduction of an Electronic Reservation Chart Display System, the Restaurant on Wheels, and the two new air-conditioned Retiring Rooms. These new facilities are expected to contribute positively to the travel experience at Asansol Railway Station, particularly for Divyangjan and senior citizen passengers who will find the battery-operated car beneficial for comfortable movement at the station area.
While the current status and schedule of the Restaurant on Wheels remain unclear, the introduction of these new amenities underscores Indian Railways' commitment to improving facilities and services at its stations.
- The Restaurant on Wheels, a unique food-and-drink establishment for travelers at Asansol Railway Station, has been developed by refurbishing two over-aged MEMU coaches and is operational.
- Following the addition of the Restaurant on Wheels, two new air-conditioned home-and-garden facilities, known as Retiring Rooms, have been introduced, funded through the MPLAD scheme.
- In the realm of general-news and politics, Asansol Railway Station's recent improvements, including the Electronic Reservation Chart Display System and facilities tailored for Divyangjan and senior citizens, signify a commitment by Indian Railways to enhance lifestyle experiences for its passengers.
