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A content creator has called attention to the unsanitary food preparation methods used by Vada Pav Girl, which has prompted criticism.
The Internet has responded negatively to the video. (Photo Credits: Instagram)
Chandrika Gera Dixit, also known as the ‘Vada Pav Girl’ of Delhi, is under fire after an Instagram video of her preparing food exposed her using unsanitary methods. The video, which has been extensively circulated on social media, shows Dixit touching her nose repeatedly while making vada pavs, which raises questions over food safety regulations. The video was shared by a content creator Urvashi Agarwal with the account named – bano_fitindia. Since going viral, the clip has sparked a wave of backlash from social media users.
In the video, the content creator points out how Chandrika Dixit touches her nose and mouth while preparing food. She also notifies that there have been times when the ‘Vada Pav Girl’ was also seen touching shoes or slippers and then going back to prepare food. Content creator Agarwal expresses concern about the lack of hygiene.
“Aapki Vada Pav Girl! Moved to a shop but still handles food in an unhygienic way,” content creator Agarwal captioned her post. Shared on December 18, the video has collected over 69,000 views.
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Many on Instagram voiced displeasure and alarm about the lack of hygiene. Several responded in the comments section, with one person thanking Agarwal for creating the video, stating it served as a reminder of the significance of food cleanliness.
The user said, “Hygiene is very important whether you are eating food from a street vendor or in a restaurant.”
Another user commended Agarwal for bringing the issue to light, claiming that constructive criticism can drive firms to enhance their standards.
Another user commented, “This is unacceptable. Food handlers must maintain proper hygiene to ensure public safety.”
“People still fail to realize how hazardous this is to their health. Thankfully, I gave up these harmful habits a long time ago, focusing on the gym and eating healthy and I couldn’t be much happier,” a user on Instagram said.
Earlier this year, Chandrika Dixit became popular after a video of her selling vada pavs in the Sainik Vihar area of Delhi went viral. She started her own street food business after quitting her job at Haldiram’s due to personal family problems, which marked the beginning of her entrepreneurial path.
Many people found resonance in her story, which resulted in appearances on reality series like Bigg Boss OTT 3 and collaborations with other content makers. She disclosed during her appearance on the show that she makes about Rs 40,000 a day from her Vada pav stand.
