Conditions in a Momos Factory
If you are a fan of momos and spring rolls, it’s time to be cautious. A shocking revelation has come from Punjab’s Mohali, where a raid on a momo factory in the Mataur area exposed horrifying conditions. The factory was found using rotten vegetables, fungus-covered cabbage, and spoiled oil to prepare momos. Even more disturbingly, reports indicate that insects were found in the spices used for the filling.
Conditions in a Momos Factory
During the raid, authorities discovered a severed animal head inside a refrigerator, sending shockwaves through the area. Additionally, some amount of meat was found in the factory’s utensils, which the police have seized for further investigation.

The shocking discovery came after local residents noticed the suspicious waste being discarded from the factory. Upon entering the premises, they found an appalling sight—momos and spring rolls being prepared amid filth and unhygienic conditions. A video of the entire incident went viral, prompting immediate action from the authorities.
Conditions in a Momos Factory
The cabbage used in the factory was completely covered in fungus. Utensils were stored in the washroom, and the same used cooking oil was being repeatedly reused. These unhygienic and foul-smelling momos and spring rolls were being supplied to food stalls and shops across the city.
Indian Street Vendors are selling Unadulterated Poison – scenes from Mohali where locals raided a famous Momos vendor pic.twitter.com/jl0cBbwdSR
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Upon receiving reports of these suspicious activities, officials arrived at the location to investigate. The severed head found in the factory has been sent to the veterinary department for identification.
Conditions in a Momos Factory
Following this revelation, local administration and food safety authorities have been put on high alert. Investigations into the food products prepared at the factory are underway. The police have registered a case and initiated an inquiry, questioning the factory owner and employees.