Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Innovation and Regenerative Trends in Tourism and Hospitality Industry (IRTTHI 2025)

A Study on the Factors Influencing Consumer Preferences for Metro Kiosk Foods in Delhi

Authors
Aman Sharma1, Rupinder Kaur2, *, Ravi Parkash3, Deepali Indora4, Dilbag Singh5
1Professor, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, India
2Associate Professor, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, India
3Assistant Professor, MMICT&BM (HM), Mullana –Ambala, India
4Assistant Professor, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India
5New Delhi, India
*Corresponding author. Email: rupinderkaurynr.20@gmail.com
Corresponding Author
Rupinder Kaur
Available Online 13 August 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-799-1_20How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Consumer; preferences; Delhi Metro; transit; Convenience food; Nutrition; satisfaction; Tourist; Tourism; Culinary; Food; Destination; Stakeholders; Motivation; Haryana
Abstract

With the rise of urbanization and the increasing demand for convenience, metro kiosks have become an important retail channel for commuters. This study investigates consumer preferences for food options available for consumer in transit via Delhi metro stations, focusing on the factors influencing choices among commuters. With urban populations increasingly demanding convenient and healthy food options, understanding these preferences is vital for food vendors and urban planners alike. A qualitative approach will be employed, utilizing surveys and interviews with patrons across various demographics at Delhi metro stations.The insights gained from this research can inform food service strategies at transit hubs, enabling vendors to tailor offerings to meet commuter needs effectively. By enhancing the variety and quality of food available at metro stations, vendors can improve commuter satisfaction and promote healthier eating habits in urban environments. Ultimately, this study aims to support the development of food services that align with the lifestyle and preferences of metro cities dynamic commuter population along with this Study identify the Factors Influencing Consumer Preferences for Metro Kiosk Foods. The study contributes to a better understanding of food consumption patterns in urban transit settings, providing a foundation for future research and development in the food service industry within public transport systems.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Innovation and Regenerative Trends in Tourism and Hospitality Industry (IRTTHI 2025)
Series
Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research
Publication Date
13 August 2025
ISBN
978-94-6463-799-1
ISSN
2352-5428
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-799-1_20How to use a DOI?
Copyright
© 2025 The Author(s)
Open Access
Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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