Shocking viral video exposes unhygienic conditions of street momos in Mohali

A recent Shocking viral video from Mohali has raised serious concerns about the hygiene of street food, especially momos. The video, captured during a raid in Mohali’s Matour area, has revealed shocking details about the unhygienic conditions inside a momo-making facility that supplies to vendors across the city.

Unhygienic conditions exposed

The video, shared by user ‘@Gagan4344’ on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), shows workers bathing in the same lane leading to the cooking area. Inside, gas cylinders are kept next to dirty utensils, while buckets of momos lie open. The footage also shows a frying pan full of oil, left in the open, attracting flies. Large pots containing Schezwan sauce appear to be filled with insects.

Watch The Shocking viral video:

If you eat Momos and Spring Rolls from street food vendors in Mohali, make sure to watch this video! Visuals from Mataur, Mohali, show locals raiding a place where momos and spring rolls were being prepared. These items were being supplied to various fast food stalls across… pic.twitter.com/r5nnGgymSj

— Gagandeep Singh (@Gagan4344) March 16, 2025

One of the most horrifying scenes in the video shows an employee sleeping next to an open jar of oil, while crates of spring rolls are thrown directly on the floor. Furthermore, freezers are filled with raw chicken, and piles of rotten cabbage are scattered around, further highlighting the unhygienic conditions.

Outrage on social media

The video, which has been viewed over 621,000 times, has sparked massive outrage on social media. Users expressed their shock and concern over the quality of food sold by street vendors. One user commented, “Why do people eat out? Homemade food is safer.” Another wrote, “If they make momos like this, imagine what we are actually eating.”

One user pointed out the difficulties street vendors face in maintaining hygiene, saying, “Hygiene and cleanliness is expensive. Most street vendors cannot afford commercial kitchen rent, proper infrastructure or trained staff.” Another said, “Big restaurants have similar problems; it’s better to eat homemade food.”

Growing concerns over street food safety

The incident has reignited the debate about the safety and hygiene of street food in India. While many people love the affordable price and taste of street dishes, such reports raise serious concerns about public health. Both authorities and consumers are now urging stricter food safety regulations and better monitoring of street food vendors.

Final Thoughts

The viral video is a warning to foodies, prompting them to be more careful about what they eat. While street food remains an integral part of Indian culinary culture, ensuring hygiene standards is important for public health.

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