Urvashi Agarwal, an Indian content creator, ignited a public debate about food safety in Rajasthan after exposing unsanitary practices at a popular Jaipur eatery. Her Instagram video, documenting a food inspection at “Up and Up,” a restaurant known for its musical terrace, quickly went viral. The footage revealed numerous violations, including the blatant commingling of meat and vegetarian dishes in the same storage area. Agarwal’s post urged viewers to share the video to raise awareness, prompting a wave of public outrage.
The comments section erupted with reactions. Many expressed astonishment and disgust at the uncovered conditions, questioning the lack of transparency in restaurant kitchens and calling for stricter regulations. Several users praised Agarwal for her initiative, highlighting the need for more influencers to champion such causes. Others shared personal anecdotes, revealing a strengthened resolve to prioritize home-cooked meals due to the exposed hygiene concerns. One user poignantly stated, “Why can’t we have an open-camera kitchen to see how our food is being prepared?” expressing a widespread desire for greater transparency in the food service industry.
The video prominently features Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) officer Pankaj Ojha leading the inspection. Ojha highlighted numerous issues, including the storage of potentially spoiled gravy, questioning its age and expressing serious concern about its condition. He further criticized the restaurant for storing raw meat alongside vegetarian food, a practice he condemned as disrespectful to religious sentiments. The inspection also revealed a large slab of paneer submerged in dirty, foul-smelling water, emphasizing the severity of the hygiene violations.
Agarwal concluded the video by emphasizing the disparity between the high prices charged by “Up and Up” and the substandard quality of food and hygiene. She reiterated her call to action, encouraging viewers to share the video to inform friends and family about the uncovered malpractice and encourage greater scrutiny of food establishments.