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"Zomato Rider Video Sparks Controversy: Mixed Reactions on Food Safety"

A Zomato delivery rider was captured on video while seemingly consuming food from inside a delivery bag, which is typically intended for customers. The incident was filmed during a moment when the rider was waiting on a two-wheeler at a traffic signal in Bengaluru, India. In the footage, the rider can be seen reaching behind him inside the Zomato delivery box to retrieve french fries, which he proceeds to eat.

The video, posted on Facebook with the accompanying comment, "For all those who order from Zomato / Swiggy," quickly gained widespread attention and shares. However, the exact timing of the incident was not mentioned in the post.

In response to the video, there were mixed reactions from the public. While some individuals expressed concern about potential food safety issues within the food delivery company's operations, a significant number of comments urged caution before jumping to conclusions. Some suggested that the rider might have been consuming his own meal, highlighting the fact that delivery partners also require sustenance during their shifts.

One Facebook user shared the perspective that the rider might have kept his own food inside the Zomato bag, emphasizing the generally secure and tamper-proof nature of the food packaging provided by Zomato. This user also emphasized the difficulty of opening the packaging, making it improbable for anyone to access the food as easily as depicted in the video.

Numerous commenters confirmed their personal experiences of consistently receiving sealed and secure food packaging from Zomato. Many believed that the rider might have been enjoying his own snack, rather than tampering with customer orders.

In summary, a video of a Zomato delivery rider appearing to eat food from a delivery bag has generated significant attention. While concerns about food safety were raised, many comments cautioned against rushing to conclusions and instead proposed that the rider might have been consuming his own food due to the typically sealed and secure nature of Zomato's packaging

By: Doyal Arora  /  Source: Khaleej Times

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