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Thane Station Stall Sealed Over Hygiene Complaint

Central Railway takes action, imposes penalty. Stall sealed for 7 days.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 01 August 2026 at 11:43 am
Thane Station Stall Sealed Over Hygiene Complaint

Central Railway has taken swift action against a Multi Purpose Stall at Thane station after receiving a complaint on social media about unhygienic conditions.

The complaint was immediately verified and corrective action was taken against the contractor operating the stall.

As a result, the stall has been sealed for a period of 7 days and a penalty of ₹15,000 has been imposed on the contractor for violating hygiene and cleanliness norms.

Central Railway has a zero-tolerance policy towards unhygienic conditions at catering and commercial units.

Regular inspections are being carried out across stations to ensure that food safety standards and cleanliness norms are strictly adhered to.

Passengers are requested to share feedback and report any issues related to cleanliness, catering or passenger amenities through RailMadad.

Central Railway's commitment to providing clean and hygienic eatables to passengers at all stations is unwavering.

The railway authority is dedicated to ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable travel experience for all passengers.

This incident highlights the importance of passenger feedback in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene at railway stations.

By taking prompt action, Central Railway has demonstrated its commitment to addressing passenger concerns and providing a better travel experience.

The action taken against the contractor serves as a warning to other vendors to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.

Overall, Central Railway's swift response to the hygiene complaint at Thane station is a positive step towards ensuring passenger satisfaction and safety.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the Multi Purpose Stall at Thane station?

The stall was sealed for 7 days and a penalty of ₹15,000 was imposed due to unhygienic conditions.

How can passengers report issues related to cleanliness?

Passengers can report issues through RailMadad.

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