Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC)

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https://www.irctc.com

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. is a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways that provides essential ticketing, catering, and tourism services for the Indian Railways network. It serves as the sole authorized entity for online railway ticket bookings through its website and mobile application, managing internet ticketing for millions of passengers daily. The company delivers onboard catering to over 1,300 trains via pantry cars and base kitchens, alongside static catering at railway stations including food plazas, fast food units, refreshment rooms, Jan Ahaars, executive lounges, and budget hotels. IRCTC also manufactures and distributes Rail Neer, the branded packaged drinking water supplied exclusively at stations and on trains. Its tourism division offers tour packages, low-cost accommodations, and promotional campaigns to boost domestic and international travel. Additionally, e-catering services enable passengers to order food from partner restaurants via the Food on Track app and website. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. plays a pivotal role in enhancing passenger convenience and hospitality across India's vast rail infrastructure.