India, Aug. 4 -- The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has shut Jan Aahar, the affordable public eatery at Mumbai Central railway station, after an inspection uncovered serious hygiene lapses, poor food quality and shortcomings in overall service.

On August 3, the IRCTC's Mumbai office also issued an internal advisory to all Jan Aahar outlets and other food stalls under its jurisdiction, directing them to strictly maintain cleanliness, hygiene and housekeeping standards as they cater to thousands of railway passengers every day.

Railway sources said the inspection at the Mumbai Central outlet revealed several violations, including poor cleanliness in the dining area, uncleared used plates, unclean tables and food q...