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News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Dead Ants Found In Maggi Delivered by Zepto. Internet Asks ‘Is It Safe?'
Last Updated: A viral video showing ants in a quick-delivery food order has sparked concerns over hygiene in 10-minute delivery services. A video is making waves on Instagram, where a Zepto customer has alleged that her order of Maggi noodles from Zepto Cafe came with an unexpected and unhygienic surprise—dead ants. For those who don't know, Zepto Cafe is a 10-minute quick-commerce food delivery service that offers ready-to-eat meals and beverages. The video, which has garnered over 2.4 million views and continues to spark debate online, shows four bowls of Maggi—one empty and the others partially consumed. As the camera focuses in, viewers can spot multiple dead ants settled at the bottom of the bowls. The unsettling visuals have led to an outpouring of criticism online, with many users questioning the safety, quality checks, and food handling practices at Zepto's fast-delivery kitchen hubs. '@zeptonow this is disgusting. However, I'm shocked to see their cafe still operating with deceptive offers like 'Buy 1 get 1 free' – serving food with insects is unacceptable!" the customer wrote in the caption. The video, originally posted on June 3, has not only racked up over 2.4 million views but also received more than 18,000 likes and hundreds of comments. Among them was a response from Zepto's official Instagram account, Zepto Now, which stated, 'Hey! At Zepto, we take quality seriously, and we regret any inconvenience caused if this product doesn't meet your expectations. Please DM us your order details so we can address this promptly at Zepto speed!" However, the customer wasn't satisfied with the response. She replied, 'Zepto, we did receive our refund, and we appreciate that. But what about the food we consumed? These happened to be ants—but what if it had been a cockroach or something worse? This is not just about one bad order; it's a matter of basic hygiene and health. Fast delivery is great, but not at the cost of food safety. People could get seriously ill." A user said, 'Dude, I found red ants in my Maggi packet once." Another added, 'Maggie cooking time 5 minutes and still people order it to get in 10 minutes…so it's out to happen." The exchange has fuelled concern among viewers, many of whom are now questioning whether speed is being prioritised over sanitation in the quick-delivery food model. First Published:
India.com
25-05-2025
- India.com
Zepto Delivery Agent Assaults Bengaluru Businessman Outside Home, Skull Injury Reported- Watch Video
Zepto Recent Controversy: In a concerning incident, a Zepto delivery agent allegedly assaulted a 30-year-old businessman outside his home in Judges Colony, Basaveshwaranagar, Bengaluru. The incident reportedly took place on the afternoon of May 21 following a disagreement over a Zepto order., reportedly due to an address mismatch. The entire drama was captured on CCTV and has since gone viral after the footage surfaced online. The CCTV footage clearly shows the accused blowing punches on the customer, identified as Shashank. The accused has been identified as Vishnuvardhan. In the video, a woman is seen interacting with the Zepto delivery agent and receiving the parcel. Soon after she enters the house, Shashank appears and confronts the delivery agent. A verbal exchange quickly escalates into a physical altercation. A Bengaluru-based businessman Shashank later alleged that the attack left him with a fractured lower eyelid and a suspected skull injury. However, the medical professionals have advised surgery if his condition does not improve within a week. #Bengaluru: A @ZeptoNow delivery turned violent on May 21 in Basaveshwaranagar after a delivery boy thrashed a customer over an address mix-up. CCTV captured the assault. A case has been filed under BNS sections 115(2), 126(2), 351(2) & 352. Police have issued notice to Zepto. — Elezabeth Kurian (@ElezabethKurian) May 24, 2025 Amid mounting public criticism, Zepto released a statement on Instagram, saying, 'We deeply regret what happened and are investigating the matter. We are taking necessary actions and will continue to support the affected customer.' The police have registered a case against Vishnuvardhan under Sections 115 (voluntarily causing hurt), 126 (wrongful restraint), 351 (criminal intimidation), and 352 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The investigation is currently in progress.
