Internet Reacts to Kolkata Vendor Selling Cucumber Peels: ‘Kya Kya Dekhna Padega Aur'

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A viral video shows a Kolkata vendor selling cucumber peels, leaving viewers surprised and reacting in the comments.
At a busy Kolkata market, a vendor has found a unique way to sell cucumber peels. Known for their cooling and hydrating properties, cucumbers are a kitchen staple across India. But it seems people are now also taking an interest in the leftover peels. Yes, you read that right! A viral video shows a local vendor offering 1 kilogram of cucumber peels for just Rs 10, leaving many online viewers shocked and amused.
The video, shared by a vlogger on Instagram, captures the bustling market scene in Kolkata. The vlogger approaches the vendor and asks about the price. With a smile, the vendor replies, 'Rs 10 for 1kg."
Curious, the vlogger asks for a plate, and the vendor quickly takes a handful of fresh green cucumber peels, sprinkles them with spices, and serves them wrapped neatly in a piece of newspaper.
The entire interaction, captured on camera, showcases a lively market filled with people, boxes of fresh vegetables, and the vibrant energy of street vendors.
The video shows how cucumber peels are being sold and enjoyed in a unique way
The footage has quickly gone viral, garnering millions of views on social media. The vlogger can be heard emphasising how unusual it is to find cucumber peels being sold at such a low price in Kolkata.
Social media users are both surprised and entertained. While some jokingly suggest that cucumber peels are only fit for animals, others see it as a creative business idea.
A few comments highlight the novelty of the concept, such as one user writing, 'New business unlocked," while another quipped, 'Shadi me kata hua salad ka bacha hua chilka special ho gaya."
'Kya kya dekhna parega aur," a comment read.
People are reacting in unexpected ways to the cucumber peel trend
The video, uploaded on July 29, has already received over 4.9 million views and more than 27,000 likes. Comments vary from playful criticism to curiosity about trying the peels themselves.
Some suggest leaving cucumber peels for animals, while others admire the vendor's ingenuity in finding a market for something usually discarded.
The simple act of selling cucumber peels in a busy street has sparked discussions about food waste, creativity, and new business ideas in everyday life.
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