Maligaon, December 11 (MExN): Six stations under the Alipurduar (APDJ) Division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) situated in West Bengal have received the prestigious Eat Right Station certification from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This recognition reflects the division’s ongoing commitment to ensuring safe, hygienic and high-quality food services for passengers across its network.
The certification has been granted for a period of two years, from December 4 to December 3, 2027. It was awarded after these stations met the stringent guidelines and standards prescribed by FSSAI under the ‘Eat Right India’ initiative. The assessment covered food handling practices, hygiene standards, waste management systems and overall cleanliness of station premises.
The stations that have earned the Eat Right Station status are Jalpaiguri Road,Binnaguriand Dhupguri in Jalapiguri district, Falakata in Alipuduar district,Dinhata and New Coochbehar in Coochbehar district. Each of these stations demonstrated significant improvements in food safety compliance, infrastructure readiness, monitoring systems and training provided to catering and commercial staff to maintain high standards.
The certification further encourages local vendors to adopt improved practices, boosting their business prospects while raising public awareness about healthy eating habits. Overall, these Eat Right Stations contribute to strengthening public health and promoting a positive image for the districts of Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and Coochbehar.
