Srinagar: Chaos erupted in the Hazratbal area of Srinagar on Friday after a customer discovered two dead mice inside an open oil tin used by a street vendor to fry fritters and other local sweets, commonly known in Kashmir as ‘Manjgool Wol.’
The shocking discovery raised serious concerns over food hygiene and public health, especially as a large number of devotees had gathered at the Hazratbal shrine for the congregational prayers.
Eyewitnesses told the news agency Kashmir News Trust that a customer, upon noticing the contamination, immediately objected and alerted others. The incident quickly drew a crowd of shocked onlookers, with many expressing anger over the vendor’s negligence.
Police arrived at the scene shortly after and seized the oil tin along with the dead mice. People are expecting action against the vendor.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns over the unhygienic food practices of street vendors in Kashmir. Many locals accuse roadside sellers of disregarding basic sanitation, while doctors frequently warn against consuming food from such stalls due to potential health risks. [KNT]
