Horror at Kanpur Dhaba: Customer Discovers Dead Lizard Baked Inside Tandoori Roti, Triggers Public Outrage
Horror at Kanpur Dhaba: Customer Discovers Dead Lizard Baked Inside Tandoori Roti, Triggers Public Outrage
In a deeply disturbing incident that has left many questioning the hygiene standards of roadside eateries, a customer at a popular dhaba in Kanpur had a horrifying experience when he discovered a dead lizard baked inside a tandoori roti. The incident occurred on August 8 at Bajpai Ramaiya Dhaba, located on Bhawanipur GT Road in the Bilhaur area of Uttar Pradesh. The shocking discovery quickly became the center of a viral video storm on social media, sparking outrage and raising serious concerns about food safety.
The unsettling scene unfolded when a group of young men stopped at the dhaba for a meal. As they began eating, one of them tore into his tandoori roti and noticed something unusual inside. To his horror, it turned out to be a dead lizard embedded within the bread. Overwhelmed with disgust, the man immediately began vomiting. Panic and chaos followed, with the other customers reacting strongly to the grim discovery.
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Video footage captured on the spot shows the distressed customers confronting the dhaba operator, holding the roti with the lizard visibly stuck deep within it—apparently baked into the bread itself. The footage has since gone viral, drawing criticism and shock from viewers all over the internet.
The dhaba owner acknowledged the serious lapse on the part of his staff, apologized for the incident, and tried to defuse the situation. However, the damage was already done. As the video continued to spread, a large crowd gathered at the location, demanding accountability and voicing concerns over the eatery’s hygiene practices.
In response to the growing backlash, officials from the Food Safety Department carried out a surprise inspection of the dhaba. The findings were grim: the kitchen was found to be in extremely unsanitary condition, with visibly dirty utensils and poorly maintained cooking areas. There was also no sign of any pest control measures in place, which further alarmed authorities.
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Given the severity of the violations, food safety officers ordered the immediate closure of the dhaba until it can meet proper hygiene standards. They emphasized that such negligence is not only unacceptable but also dangerous, as it puts public health at serious risk.
Reports also confirm that the incident took place in the jurisdiction of the Chaubepur Police Station in Kanpur. The victim was reportedly dining with his family when the incident occurred, making the experience all the more traumatic.
This incident has reignited public scrutiny of roadside eateries and dhabas, especially regarding their cleanliness and food safety practices. While dishes like tandoori roti are a favorite for many dining out, the discovery of a lizard baked inside one serves as a grim reminder of the risks involved when hygiene is compromised.
An official complaint has been lodged with the health department, and a further investigation is expected to follow. Authorities have assured the public that appropriate action will be taken to ensure such incidents are not repeated.
