Viral Video: Dead Lizard Found in Chhole Bhature Sparks Calls to Ban Indian Street Food [watch]

By Nancy Tiwari  |  First Published Jun 3, 2024, 2:15 PM IST

A viral video showing a dead lizard found in Chhole Bhature has ignited calls to ban Indian street food, raising concerns about food safety. The incident has sparked a debate on hygiene standards.

Recent incidents of food contamination have raised concerns about food safety among people, especially regarding popular Indian dishes like Chhole Bhature. A viral video circulating on the internet has intensified these worries after showcasing a shocking incident involving a customer's unfortunate experience with the dish.

The video captures the distressing sight of a Bhatura containing a dead lizard, which the customer discovered while enjoying her meal at home. Outraged by this discovery, she returned to confront the food stall owner, capturing the confrontation on camera. The owner, visibly admitting his mistake, disclosed the stall's various locations across different days in Delhi, including Bazar Sector 15, Jahangirpuri, Avantika, Sector 13, Sector 16, and Sector 7 on specific days of the week.

Kalesh over a Customer found De@d Lizard in chole bhature while Eating in Delhi
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— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh)

Since its online posting, the video has garnered significant attention, accumulating over 190,000 views and sparking a heated debate in the comment section. Users expressed their concerns about the widening gap between street food and hygiene, emphasizing the non-negotiable importance of maintaining cleanliness and standards in food preparation and service.

Some users expressed their reluctance to consume street food in Delhi, citing the exposed conditions of food hygiene. This incident has led to a reevaluation of food choices and raised awareness about the importance of ensuring hygiene and safety standards in food establishments.
 

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