Soy batter with a half-naked worker: the video stirring up India

A viral video in India shows a half-naked worker being dragged inside a tank of soy chaap batter, raising concerns about unhygienic handling. Authorities have launched an investigation, food experts warn of contamination, and the food industry tries to calm fears.

A 37-second viral video, spreading across social media in India, shows a half-naked worker being dragged inside a huge tank of 'soy chaap' batter – a popular soy-based meat substitute. Next to him, raw materials are lying on the factory floor. The footage was initially linked to a manufacturing facility in Sector 27 of Noida, but a preliminary check does not confirm this definitively; it may be old footage from Agra. Authorities have opened an official investigation. Food experts warn of bacterial growth, pest attraction, and severe gastrointestinal infections. On the other hand, food industry figures caution against generalizations that could harm the entire sector based on isolated footage, and recommend purchasing products from businesses with standard and hygiene certifications.

Soy batter with a half-naked worker: the video stirring up India