Aug 7, 2025: After a street vendor was seen dipping sealed plastic oil pouches directly into a "kadhai" of hot oil to open them, a viral video from Ludhiana raised health concerns and outrage among the public.

The plastic melts instantly, releasing oil and potentially toxic chemicals into the food being cooked.

The incident, which was captured on camera near Gill Chowk, shows the vendor making fried snacks and bread pakoras with his hands and questionable hygiene practices.

Experts in the medical field warn that heating plastic in this manner can release harmful substances like BPA and dioxins, which could have serious negative effects on one's health. The video has been widely shared on social media, and the FSSAI and local authorities have called for action.