Overview

The city of Basti in Uttar Pradesh recently drew attention when a new incident of food adulteration came to light. Journalist Priya Singh shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing a vigilant customer filming adulterated pomegranate juice made with chemical additives. The video has gone viral, reigniting discussions on food safety and consumer awareness.

Viral Video Exposes Chemical Additives in Pomegranate Juice

In the video, the customer, suspicious about the juice’s preparation, entered the shop and uncovered the use of chemical additives instead of fresh fruit juice. The footage shows a chemical box and its contents used in the juice’s preparation. The video, which has garnered significant attention on social media, has sparked public outrage.

Authorities Take Action: Samples Collected for Testing

The customer filed a report with the local police station, naming the shop owner, Mansoor Ali. Food Department officials quickly visited the shop to collect samples of the contaminated juice for laboratory testing. Although the shop’s ownership remains unclear, law enforcement authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the matter.

Source: The Times of India