New Delhi, June 24 -- The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has imposed a one lakh rupee fine and a show cause notice for termination of the license of the food vendor after a passenger alleged a fly was found in his meal served on board the Tejas Express.

The passenger reported a fly was found in Veg Biryani served in a combo meal, officials said.

The said passenger was attended to immediately by the Train Captain along with the on-board catering manager and was apologised for the inconvenience caused. Replacement for the food was also provided to the passenger.

The vendor has been instructed to ensure procurement of fresh raw materials with adequate shelf life and to verify the quality of all ingredients before ...