Vande Bharat Menu Sparks Political Row

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has introduced a vegetarian-only menu on the Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, which runs between West Bengal and Assam.

This has upset many people in these states because fish is a very important part of their diet and culture.

The people of West Bengal and Assam are unhappy because the menu does not include fish, which is a big part of their meals.

The ruling Trinamool Congress and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have both accused each other of politicizing the issue.

The Railway Minister has clarified that the vegetarian-only menu is a temporary arrangement and non-vegetarian options will be added soon.

The controversy has gained political significance as West Bengal is set to go to polls this year.