Viral Video Exposes a Horror in Hygiene: Popular Ghazipur Dhaba Closed After a Rat was Found in the Curd
A shocking event involving serious food safety violations led to the immediate seal of a popular dining establishment. A viral video on social media showed a dead mouse in a curd bowl served to a client. This incident raises serious concerns about the standards of hygiene maintained in local restaurants and Dhaba.
This viral video that began to circulate widely this week captured the dismay of a client who stopped by the popular Dhaba in order to eat. The customer discovered the rat in his food after it was served and confronted the staff. This video shows that the operator of the restaurant admits to having a dead rat inside the curd. The image enraged residents as well as internet users. This viral video was quickly shared by senior officials in the district, who immediately contacted the Department of Food Safety to investigate.
A team of food inspectors conducted an unexpected inspection after receiving the instructions issued by the authorities following the viral video. This investigation confirmed all the claims made in the viral video. The team found multiple safety and hygiene violations during the inspection. These were mandated by India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority. The inspection revealed that the kitchen area lacked basic sanitation and unsafe food storage methods.
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Officials noted that the events were as follows: “A popular restaurant located in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, was closed after a viral video revealed a dead mouse in a bowl of curd. This prompted swift action from the department of food safety,” they said. This prompt action by the administration shows a policy of zero tolerance for negligence when it comes to food safety. This establishment was sealed to stop further operations until the legal and sanitary inspection is complete.
This viral video was a powerful wake up call to both business and consumers. Residents have applauded the quick action taken by district administration, but also expressed concerns over the length of time that such unhygienic practice may have been unnoticed. Administration has asked citizens to be vigilant and to report such incidents to authorities as soon as possible.
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The incident is a reminder to maintain strict hygiene standards within the food industry. This viral video exposed not only a particular instance of gross neglect, but it also sparked a wider conversation on public safety issues in the area. The license of the sealed Dhaba and its operational history are being investigated.
Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration
In Uttar Pradesh, the Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration is in charge of ensuring that food products are safe and healthy for consumption by humans. This department is responsible for regulating the manufacturing, storage, distribution and sale of food products to meet safety standards.
