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- A customer in Mangaluru found live worms in eggs ordered online through Blinkit's Falnir Square hub and complained directly to Health Minister U.T.
- Khader.
- Food safety officials then raided the Blinkit store and warehouse, where they found several egg packets already broken and rotting with a strong stench.
- Officers ordered staff to immediately remove the spoiled packets and have decided to temporarily seal the storage room.
- A notice has been issued asking the company for an explanation, and the case has raised fresh concerns about the quality of food sold through quick-delivery apps.
What to watch next
- Blinkit's response to the notice seeking an explanation
- Whether the sealed storage room leads to further action or penalties against the company
- Any follow-up checks on food quality at other quick-commerce hubs in the region
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