A shocking incident has surfaced in Mumbai where a man from Prayagraj found a dead rat in his vegetarian meal box ordered from Barbeque Nation. Rajeev Shukla took to social media to share his horrifying experience and seek justice.
On January 8, 2024, Mr. Shukla ordered a vegetarian meal box from the Worli outlet of the popular restaurant chain. However, his meal took a nightmarish turn when he discovered a dead mouse inside the food. He claims this led to food poisoning and hospitalization for over 75 hours at Nair Hospital.
Shukla's social media post, featuring pictures of the order receipt, the food box with the rat, and himself in a hospital bed, went viral. Authorities were also tagged, urging them to intervene. Barbeque Nation responded to the post, expressing regret for the inconvenience and stating that their regional office will contact Mr. Shukla for a better understanding and resolution.
I Rajeev shukla (pure vegetarian) from prayagraj visited Mumbai, on 8th Jan'24 night ordered veg meal box from BARBEQUE NATION, worli outlet that a contained dead mouse, hospitalised for 75 plus hours. complaint has not been lodged at nagpada police station yet. Please help pic.twitter.com/Kup5fTy1Ln
— rajeev shukla (@shukraj) January 14, 2024
According to The Free Press Journal, Shukla confirmed the presence of cockroaches in the food along with the rat. This reportedly caused the food poisoning and subsequent hospitalization. He has also lodged a formal complaint with Barbeque Nation via email.
This incident raises serious concerns about hygiene and food safety standards at popular restaurants. While Barbeque Nation has promised to address the issue, it remains to be seen what action will be taken to prevent such occurrences in the future.
Hi Rajeev. We regret any inconvenience you may have experienced. We believe Mr. Paresh from our Regional Office, in Mumbai is already in touch with you to understand the details of the situation and work towards a resolution.
— Barbeque Nation (@BarbequeNation) January 16, 2024
Key points:
Man finds dead rat in vegetarian meal from Barbeque Nation, Mumbai.
Hospitalized for over 75 hours due to food poisoning.
Social media post sparks outrage and authorities tag.
Barbeque Nation regrets the inconvenience and promises resolution.
Formal complaint lodged with the restaurant.
Incident raises concerns about hygiene and food safety standards.