On camera: Lucknow milkman caught spitting in customer's milk; detained
What's the story
A milkman, identified as Mohammad Sharif (alias Pappu), was detained in Lucknow's Gomti Nagar on Sunday after a resident accused him of spitting into the milk he was delivering. The incident was reportedly captured on CCTV footage at the customer's home. The complainant, Lav Shukla from the Vinay Khand area of Gomti Nagar, watched the footage on Saturday morning and immediately reported it to the local police.
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Breaking 🚨 Milkman Pappu aka Md Sharif caught on CCTV spitting into milk before delivering it to a Hindu house in Lucknow 👀
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After he rang the bell, he looked around and then spit into the can.
Sharif has veen ARRESTED. pic.twitter.com/rjMAenaq8Jpic.twitter.com/i3C4lgCJPu
Investigation underway
Accused has been detained, say police
Station House Officer (SHO) Brijesh Tiwari confirmed that Sharif has been detained and is being questioned about the incident. "The accused has been detained. He is being questioned about the incident. Further action is underway," Tiwari told PTI. A video allegedly showing the incident has since gone viral online, raising concerns over food safety practices.
Adulteration history
Similar incidents reported in other parts of UP
This incident is part of a disturbing trend of similar cases reported across Uttar Pradesh in recent months. In September last year, a video from Saharanpur went viral showing a teenager allegedly spitting on rotis at an eatery. The establishment's owner was arrested following the incident. Other cases include a Ghaziabad juice vendor accused of adding urine to drinks and two men in Noida selling saliva-contaminated juice.
Safety measures
CM Adityanath had issued directives to curb food adulteration
In light of these incidents, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had earlier issued strict directives to curb food adulteration. These include mandatory CCTV installation at all food outlets and visible display of proprietor details. Food handlers are also required to wear gloves and masks. Adityanath has called for thorough verification of staff at food establishments and suggested amendments to the Food Safety and Standards Act for better accountability and hygiene.