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Cockroach Found in Noodles: Restaurant Faces Probe
25 Apr
Summary
- A cockroach was discovered in a plate of noodles during a buffet service.
- Health department collected food samples and issued an improvement notice.
- The restaurant owner denied attempting to suppress the issue of the insect.
Health authorities in Ludhiana have taken action against a vegetarian restaurant following a customer's disturbing discovery. A cockroach was reportedly found in a plate of noodles served during a buffet on Friday, April 25, 2026.
Following a formal complaint, a health team inspected the premises. Food samples of noodles and Manchurian were collected and sent for analysis to the State Food Laboratory in Mohali. The restaurant owner denied allegations of trying to hide the incident.
An improvement notice was issued to the establishment. Officials also scrutinized the kitchen operations and requested specific documentation, including pest control records and staff medical histories. The outcome of laboratory tests will determine subsequent legal actions.
