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Blinkit Freezer in Thane Found with Cockroaches, Lizards, and Rat – Food Safety Alarm
✍️ News18
🗓 16 Aug 2026, 02:18 PM
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A Blinkit ice‑cream freezer in Thane was discovered containing cockroaches, lizards and a rat, sparking immediate food safety concerns.
A Blinkit ice‑cream freezer located in Thane was found to contain cockroaches and lizards, and a rat was also discovered inside the unit. The incident was reported by a local resident who noticed the pests while inspecting the freezer. Blinkit has acknowledged the report and said it will cooperate with authorities to investigate the matter.
The discovery has raised immediate concerns about the safety of food items stored in the freezer. Food safety regulators in Maharashtra are expected to review the facility’s hygiene standards and may conduct a formal inspection. The company’s spokesperson stated that it takes food safety seriously and will take corrective actions if required.
Blinkit, which operates as a quick‑delivery service for groceries and ready‑to‑eat items, has faced scrutiny in the past over hygiene practices. This incident adds to the growing list of food‑safety complaints that the company must address.
Authorities are likely to issue a temporary halt on the freezer’s use until the investigation is complete. Customers who purchased items from the affected freezer are advised to contact Blinkit for guidance on returns or refunds.
The discovery has raised immediate concerns about the safety of food items stored in the freezer. Food safety regulators in Maharashtra are expected to review the facility’s hygiene standards and may conduct a formal inspection. The company’s spokesperson stated that it takes food safety seriously and will take corrective actions if required.
Blinkit, which operates as a quick‑delivery service for groceries and ready‑to‑eat items, has faced scrutiny in the past over hygiene practices. This incident adds to the growing list of food‑safety complaints that the company must address.
Authorities are likely to issue a temporary halt on the freezer’s use until the investigation is complete. Customers who purchased items from the affected freezer are advised to contact Blinkit for guidance on returns or refunds.