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HNML

Hindu non-vegetarian meal

Indian-style meal that may include lamb, poultry, fish, or eggs. Not a vegetarian option.

HNML is a non-vegetarian Hindu meal in the QSAI definition. For Indian-style vegetarian food, request AVML (or VJML / VGML if you avoid dairy).

Typical contents

Lamb, goat, fish, poultry, eggs, rice, legumes, dairy, South Asian spices.

Usually excludes

Beef, veal, pork, and raw or smoked fish (per QSAI Hindu non-vegetarian definition).

QSAI Special Meal Codes, Definitions & Interpretation Guidelines V2.0, as of November 15, 2023

Implementation and names vary by airline and catering kitchen. Always confirm on the operating carrier page.

Airlines that list HNML

  • Singapore Airlines

    Usually at least 24 hours. Some cities need 32 hours; Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Delhi need 56 hours. Kosher needs 56 hours.

    Singapore Airlines Special Meals, as of September 22, 2026

  • Delta Air Lines

    Enter the request at least 24 hours before scheduled departure.

    Delta Special Meal Requests (agency), as of September 22, 2026

  • Qatar Airways

    At least 24 hours before departure via booking or Manage Booking.

    Qatar Airways Special Meals, as of September 22, 2026

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