Mumbai Vendors Arrested for Applying Rat Poison on Fruits Amid Food Safety Concerns

In Mumbai's Malad area, two fruit vendors were arrested after a viral video showed them applying Ratol, a toxic rodenticide, on fruits to prevent rodent damage. The video sparked public concern over food safety, with bystanders questioning the practice. Authorities registered a case and sealed the shop, citing health risks such as poisoning and organ damage. The vendors admitted to using Ratol, and investigations are ongoing amid calls for stricter regulatory oversight.