The Morning Brief Health Hazards in your Grocery Bag
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Jun 10, 2025 Ratna Bhushan, a top retail reporter from ET, joins host Anirban Chowdhury to unveil alarming truths about food safety in India’s booming quick commerce sector. They discuss a shocking incident involving a spoiled mango lassi that raises red flags about hygiene in dark stores. With broken packaging and near-expiry products prevalent, the conversation navigates the risks consumers face, especially vulnerable populations. The duo advocates for accountability and stricter regulations to ensure safe grocery deliveries in this convenience-driven era.
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Swollen Mango Lassi Incident
- Anirban Choudhury experienced a mango lassi bottle that was sealed, within expiry, but erupted like soda when opened.
- The bottle was over-fermented and undrinkable, highlighting potential quick commerce food safety issues.
Dark Stores are Hygiene Bottleneck
- Dark stores are key hubs in quick commerce but suffer hygiene lapses due to storage and speed pressures.
- Proper storage protocols and quality control at these micro warehouses are often compromised.
Franchising Risks in Dark Stores
- Rapid growth and franchising in dark stores reduce close monitoring and compliance.
- Focus shifts to delivery speed over backend storage and hygiene, causing safety compromises.