A disturbing video showing a pani puri vendor allegedly removing a live rat from a water container has gone viral on social media, crossing over 25 million views. The clip has triggered widespread outrage and serious hygiene concerns, though some viewers believe it may be staged for attention.
In the viral footage, a youth can be heard saying, “Golgappe wale pani me nikla chuha,” as he and his friend record what appears to be a challenge video at a roadside pani puri stall. As the video progresses, the vendor is seen pulling a live rat out of the water tank used to serve pani puri. Toward the end of the clip, the rat is shown running away after being removed.
The individual who posted the video on Instagram claimed the incident occurred while they were filming content. However, the authenticity of the clip remains unverified.
While the footage has sparked alarm about street food hygiene and food safety standards, several social media users have questioned whether the incident was scripted. Some comments suggested it might be an AI-generated or staged video created purely for views. “That sora AI video got real,” one user wrote, while another commented, “Tell me this is AI.”
The viral clip has intensified conversations about cleanliness at roadside food stalls and the responsibility of content creators in sharing potentially misleading or sensational material online. As of now, there has been no official confirmation regarding the location of the incident or any action taken by local authorities.
