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Rodents Spotted in McDonald's Dining Area as Video Goes Viral
A video showing rodents near dining tables at a McDonald's outlet in Rajkot has sparked concerns about hygiene standards. Health authorities have launched an investigation following the social media outcry.
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A McDonald's restaurant located at Greenland Chowk in Rajkot came under scrutiny after a video circulating on social media showed rodents moving near customer dining tables. The footage, which quickly went viral online, prompted immediate action from local health department officials.
Following complaints about the alleged pest activity, the Rajkot Municipal Corporation's food safety division conducted an inspection of the outlet. Investigators identified hygiene-related lapses in the dining area and imposed a penalty of 3,000 rupees on the establishment.
The inspection revealed that kitchen facilities and food preparation areas maintained satisfactory cleanliness standards. As part of the investigation process, the health team collected two samples of raw materials for further testing.
The incident has raised questions about pest control and sanitation practices at the fast-food chain's outlets. Officials said they would continue monitoring the establishment to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.