The ministry urged both the zones to respond by November 25, 2025, for further processing of the proposal. (Image: x.com/RailMinIndia) Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed

The Ministry of Railways has asked Northern and East Central Zones to provide the financial implications of adopting a comprehensive on-board housekeeping service, including on Vande Bharat trains.

The ministry wrote back to general managers of both the zones on November 20, 2025, after they requested a standardised deployment policy for On-Board Housekeeping Services (OBHS) staff in Vande Bharat trains, to provide a clean and comfortable travel environment for passengers.

The ministry said the matter was discussed with the Finance Directorate, which sought details on the financial implicati

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