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Eastern Railway's Special Drive: Ensuring Passenger Health from Water to Food Quality
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News18•22-09-2026, 11:12
Eastern Railway's Special Drive: Ensuring Passenger Health from Water to Food Quality
- •Eastern Railway conducted a special surveillance drive from September 13 to 19 to ensure high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and quality food for rail passengers and employees.
- •132 water samples from trains and station premises underwent bacteriological laboratory testing to prevent microbiological contamination.
- •1,659 residual chlorine tests and 5 chemical analyses were performed to ensure water disinfection and safety standards.
- •29 food samples from various catering establishments and pantry cars were sent to laboratories to ensure compliance with food safety laws and hygienic standards.
- •The drive emphasizes Eastern Railway's passenger-centric approach, aiming to raise awareness among catering staff and take corrective actions for public health protection.
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Eastern Railway conducted an extensive surveillance drive to ensure high hygiene and food standards from September 13 to September 19, 2026.
A total of 132 water samples collected from important stations and railway premises underwent bacteriological laboratory testing during the campaign.
A total of 1,659 residual chlorine tests were conducted to verify that the right balance of chlorine was maintained across the water supply system.
