Over the past six years, India has witnessed a disturbing pattern of incidents involving alleged acts of spitting on food, beverages, and religious items, episodes that have come to be widely described in public discourse as “spit jihad” with at least 46 such cases reported between April 2020 and January 2026 across states including Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Delhi, triggering viral social media outrage, police action, and legal proceedings. These incidents have surfaced in varied settings such as wedding ceremonies, religious festivals, restaurants, roadside dhabas, juice shops, and salons, and have involved the alleged contamination of rotis, naan, milk, fruits, and juices, as well as acts targeting religious practices, including spitting on Kanwariyas during pilgrimages and on devotees’ belongings.
In many cases, videos circulated online acted as the primary trigger for public protests and swift police intervention, leading to FIRs, arrests, and prosecutions under provisions of the Indian Penal Code, Food Safety laws, and public health regulations. The repeated nature of these incidents has prompted sustained demands from citizens, local Hindu organisations, and political representatives for stricter enforcement and deterrent action, while also raising serious concerns about food safety, public health, and the impact of such acts on communal harmony.
Here is the list of 45 cases reported so far:
1. Worker Caught Spitting on Roti at Ghaziabad Restaurant, Video Goes Viral; Police Arrest Employee
Ghaziabad, January 08, 2026: An incident of a restaurant worker allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing food has come to light in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, after a video of the act went viral on social media. The incident occurred at a restaurant named “Chicken Point,” where the prepared rotis were reportedly being served to customers.
According to the information available, the restaurant employs eight workers and serves food to approximately 500 people daily. The video shows a worker spitting on rotis before placing them inside a tandoor oven for baking. The incident came to public attention when Harsh Chaudhary visited the restaurant with his friends. He reportedly noticed the worker spitting on the roti during preparation and recorded a video. After the video began circulating, customers at the restaurant created a ruckus and refused to eat the food. Police from the Madhuban Bapudham police station arrived at the restaurant, located in the Duhai area near Rapid Rail Pillar No. 750, after receiving information about the incident. After reviewing the video footage, the police took the worker into custody. The accused has been identified as Javed, son of Chand Mohammad, a resident of Muradnagar. He had been working at the restaurant for approximately five years.
The viral video, which is 1 minute and 21 seconds long, shows another employee standing near Javed and asking him to prepare rotis for customers before leaving the area. The footage then shows Javed rolling the roti, spitting on it, and placing it inside the tandoor oven. During the video, voices of people seated inside the restaurant can be heard saying, “Look, he is spitting on the roti, make a video.” Confirming the action taken, ACP Kavinagar Suryabali Maurya stated that information was received regarding rotis being prepared by spitting at the “Chicken Point” restaurant. Following this, Madhuban Bapudham police station in-charge Akhilesh Singh reached the spot, inspected the scene, and collected details. The accused, identified as Javed Ansari, was arrested, and a case has been registered. Further legal action is currently underway.
2. Video of Worker Spitting on Rotis at Aligarh Dhaba Goes Viral, Accused Arrested
Aligarh, December 12, 2025: A controversy erupted in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh district after a video showing a worker allegedly spitting on rotis before baking them in a tandoor went viral on social media. The incident took place on December 12, 2025, at a non-vegetarian eatery identified as “Chand Muslim Dhaba” in the Tappal area of the district.
According to the available information, the viral video shows a Muslim man working as a tandoor artisan at the dhaba. The incident came to light when a customer who had arrived to eat at the establishment noticed the artisan while he was preparing rotis. The customer allegedly saw the worker spitting on the rotis before placing them inside the tandoor for baking. The entire incident was recorded on video by the customer and subsequently shared on social media, where it spread widely and triggered public outrage.
Following the circulation of the video, action was taken by the authorities, and the accused was arrested.
3. Muslim Youth Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Tandoori Roti at Engagement Ceremony in Baghpat
Baghpat, November 23, 2025: A case was registered and a Muslim youth was arrested after a video allegedly showing him spitting on tandoori rotis while preparing food at an engagement ceremony went viral. The incident took place at a farmhouse in Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh.
According to the report, an engagement ceremony was held on Sunday at Jagat Farm House for Sumit, the son of Brajbhushan Sharma. During the ceremony, a Muslim youth identified as Tosib was engaged in preparing tandoori rotis at the venue. It is alleged that Tosib was spitting on the rotis while making them. A relative present at the ceremony noticed the act and recorded a video on a mobile phone. The video was later shared on social media, where it circulated widely.
Confirming the action, Station House Officer Satyendra Singh Sidhu stated that a case was registered in the matter and the accused, Tosib, was arrested.
4. Man Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Tandoori Rotis During Wedding Ceremony in Bulandshahr
Bulandshahr, November 2, 2025: An incident involving the alleged spitting on tandoori rotis during a wedding ceremony has been reported from Bulandshahr district in Uttar Pradesh. A video showing a tandoor worker moistening rotis with saliva before placing them in the oven surfaced on social media, following which the police arrested the accused and initiated an investigation.
The incident occurred in the Pahasu police station area at Aterna village during the wedding ceremony of the daughter of Vikram Kumar Balmiki. The tandoori rotis were being prepared for the wedding guests when the act was noticed. According to the information provided, a craftsman working near the tandoor was seen allegedly spitting on each roti before baking it. A guest present at the ceremony recorded the act on a mobile phone. The video clearly shows the accused, identified as Danish, carrying out the act while preparing the rotis.
The individual who recorded the video stated that he had been invited to the wedding and reached the venue at the time food was being served. Upon approaching the tandoor area, he observed the accused spitting on the rotis and recorded the video. After the video circulated on social media, those present at the ceremony reacted strongly, discarded the food, and surrounded the accused.
Police registered the case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including Section 272 related to adulteration of food and Section 295A related to hurting religious sentiments, along with other applicable provisions. The accused was arrested, and further investigation is underway.
5. Video Allegedly Showing Spitting on Tandoori Rotis at Uttarkashi Restaurant Triggers Protests
Uttarkashi, October 15, 2025: A video allegedly showing a Muslim worker spitting on tandoori rotis while preparing food at a restaurant in Uttarkashi has circulated on social media, leading to protests and heightened tensions in the city.
According to the report, the video is linked to a restaurant operated by a Muslim individual in the city. After the video surfaced online, members of the Vishva Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal, and the Uttarakhand Kranti Dal reached the main market area and shut down commercial establishments as part of a protest. A demonstration was also held at Hanuman Chowk, in which Hindu traders participated, demanding strict action against those responsible. The protest was later called off, and commercial establishments were reopened in view of the upcoming Diwali festival. However, it was reported that only a limited number of Muslim traders reopened their shops.
6. Two Detained in Ghaziabad Juice Shop Spit Mixing Case; MLA Nandkishor Gurjar Demands Action
Ghaziabad, July 13, 2025: A case involving allegations of spitting into juice at a shop in Ghaziabad has come to light, leading to the detention of two individuals and triggering protests by local MLA Nandkishor Gurjar. The incident was reported from the Vijay Nagar area following complaints of violations of hygiene norms at a juice stall located in the Jal Nigam locality.
According to the information available, local residents informed the police about alleged unhygienic practices at the juice shop. Acting on the complaint, police took two people into custody on Friday. ACP Kotwali Nagar Ritesh Tripathi stated that the two individuals were detained after receiving information from a group of locals regarding alleged unsanitary conditions at the shop. He added that further legal action would be taken based on the investigation and facts.
The matter escalated after some people observing a religious fast purchased juice from a shop in the Gaur Siddhartham area. After consuming the juice, they reportedly expressed suspicion about its quality and alleged that the shopkeeper had deliberately mixed spit into the juice. It was also alleged that the shopkeeper used the Hindu name “Bharat” to conceal his identity and wore a kalava on his wrist, which led to objections and protests.
Loni MLA Nandkishor Gurjar, speaking to the media, said he received a phone call around 11 pm alleging that employees at “Bharat Juice Corner” were contaminating juice by mixing spit. He further alleged that the two individuals initially identified themselves as Aman and Sunil, but were allegedly providing false identities. Gurjar also claimed that the kalava worn on their wrists raised suspicion and alleged that they were attempting to hide their identity.
Police officials stated that the investigation is ongoing and further action will be taken based on the findings.
7. Kanwar Route Unrest in Muzaffarnagar After Youth Allegedly Spits on Kanwar, Accused Arrested
Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, July 7, 2025: An incident of alleged spitting on a kanwar led to unrest in Purkaji town of Muzaffarnagar district after a youth from the Muslim community was accused of spitting on a kanwar while devotees were resting on the kanwar route.
According to the information available, the incident triggered strong reactions from kanwariyas, who gathered at the spot and created a ruckus. Angry Shiv devotees blocked one side of the road and also attempted to forcibly enter a nearby house. After receiving information, police reached the scene and, following several hours of effort, managed to bring the situation under control.
Police arranged for fresh Gangajal to be brought again from Haridwar, after which the kanwar was sent forward to continue the journey.
Following the incident, police registered a case under serious sections against the accused youth, identified as Usman, and arrested him. Police officials stated that the accused is reportedly mute and deaf, and interrogation is being conducted with the help of silent language interpreters.
Police confirmed that a case has been registered at Purkaji police station and the accused, identified as Usman, son of Ghaseeta and a resident of Purkaji, has been arrested. The accused will be produced before the court, and further legal action is underway.
8. Milkman Caught Spitting Into Milk in Lucknow, CCTV Footage Triggers Outrage
Lucknow, July 5, 2025: An incident involving a milkman allegedly spitting into milk was reported in Lucknow after CCTV footage surfaced, triggering outrage in the area. The matter came to light after a customer identified the act on surveillance footage and lodged a complaint with the police.
According to the CCTV footage accessed by India Today TV, the milkman is seen climbing the stairs of a house carrying a can of milk. After ringing the doorbell, he looks around and then allegedly spits into the milk can before leaving.
The customer, Luv Shukla, said he regularly uses the milk for offerings to Lord Shiva. Following the incident, Shukla alleged that his religious beliefs were defiled and demanded strict action against the accused.
Reports stated that the milkman, who was supplying milk to Shukla’s household, had been identified as a person using the name Pappu. During the police investigation, it was revealed that his real name is Mohammad Sharif and that he was distributing milk under the alias Pappu.
After the incident became known, members of the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha gathered at the Gomti Nagar police station and demanded strict action against the accused. The organisation’s national spokesperson, Shishya Chaturvedi, alleged that such incidents were increasing and called for stringent legal action. He also stated that the matter was serious as it occurred during the Kanwar Yatra period, when milk is widely used for religious worship.
9. Muzaffarnagar Hotel Worker Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Rotis Ahead of Kanwar Yatra
Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, June 27, 2025: A hotel employee in Muzaffarnagar was arrested after a video surfaced on social media allegedly showing him spitting on rotis before placing them in a tandoor. The incident reportedly took place at a non-vegetarian eatery in Raj Market, city Kotwali area, ahead of the upcoming Kanwar Yatra.
According to the report, the video went viral, showing the employee allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them in the tandoor. Following the circulation of the footage, Hindu organisations expressed outrage, prompting police action. Based on the video, the city Kotwali police arrested the employee, identified as Shahnawaz, and sent him to jail. The police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
CO City Raju Kumar Saw confirmed that the viral video led to Shahnawaz’s arrest and that further investigation is ongoing.
10. Saharanpur Youth Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Rotis for Three Years at Local Dhaba
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, June 8, 2025: A youth in Saharanpur was arrested after a video allegedly showing him spitting on rotis while preparing them at a local dhaba went viral on social media. The accused has been identified as Shahid, son of Danish, who reportedly worked at the dhaba for the past three years. Hindu organisations expressed outrage after seeing the video and demanded immediate action.
According to reports, the viral video originated from a dhaba in the Behat police station area, where Shahid was employed to make rotis. The dhaba owner, Mohammad Shami, confirmed that Shahid had a habit of spitting on rotis while preparing them and had been working at the establishment for three years. The dhaba has been in operation for 16 years and serves customers from both Hindu and Muslim communities. Shami alleged that the individuals who recorded the video had attempted to consume alcohol at the dhaba, and when refused, created the video and shared it on social media.
SP Rural Sagar Jain confirmed that the Behat police station had received the complaint and the video. A case has been registered, and further legal proceedings are underway to investigate the matter.
11. Meerut Man Arrested After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis While Cooking
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, May 26, 2025: A man was arrested in Meerut after a video showing him allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them at a hotel went viral on social media. The footage prompted police action and widespread outrage in the district.
According to police, the incident was reported from the Jani area of Meerut district, where the viral video originated from a local eatery. After reviewing the footage, officers from the Jani police station registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and launched an investigation.
Acting on the complaint and video evidence, the local sub‑inspector Shiv Kumar Sharma, along with constables Brajesh and Kuldeep, apprehended the accused near the Jani Canal Bridge. Police identified him as Shoaib, son of Meherban, from Kurali village. He was presented before a court following his arrest.
Police noted that this was not the first such case in the district this year. Earlier in February, a similar incident at a wedding ceremony in Meerut also drew attention after a video of a person spitting on rotis circulated online, prompting police action.
12. Ghaziabad Man Arrested for Allegedly Spitting During Facial Massage at Salon
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, May 18-19, 2025: A disturbing incident emerged in Ghaziabad where a salon worker allegedly spat while applying cream during a facial massage. The video of the act circulated on social media on May 18, prompting police intervention.
Authorities identified the accused as Arshad Ali, son of Noor Mohammad, a 24-year-old resident of Aslam Colony, Dasna, who works at the Level Up salon located in Dream Home, Sector 5, Wave City. The video reportedly shows Arshad applying cream on a customer’s face and spitting into it during the massage.
Following the circulation of the footage, police registered a case under sections 271 and 272 of the Indian Penal Code. Arshad was arrested on May 19 and remains in custody. He reportedly admitted to spitting while performing the facial massage. Police confirmed that strict legal action is being pursued against him in connection with the incident.
13. Ghaziabad Youth Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Rotis During Mata Jagran
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, Mar 25, 2025: A youth was arrested in Ghaziabad after a video surfaced on social media showing him allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them during a Mata Jagran event. The incident reportedly took place in Gagan Vihar area, Bhonpura, under Teela Mod police station jurisdiction.
The accused has been identified as Shavez. According to reports, prior to the Jagran program, food was being prepared for attendees, and Shavez allegedly spat on the rotis before placing them in the tandoor. Someone present at the venue recorded the act, and the video quickly went viral, sparking outrage among the community.
Police, after receiving the complaint and reviewing the video, took Shavez into custody for further investigation. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway.
14. Ghaziabad Youth Arrested After Spitting on Rotis at Naz Chicken Corner Hotel
Muradnagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, March 16, 2025: A youth was arrested in Muradnagar after a video surfaced on social media showing him allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them at Naz Chicken Corner hotel near Bamba Marg on the Delhi-Meerut highway.
According to reports, a group of customers at the hotel noticed the worker spitting on the dough before placing it in the tandoor. They recorded the act and shared the footage online, which quickly went viral. The videos, each lasting approximately one minute and five seconds, drew the attention of local Hindu Yuva Vahini members. The organisation’s president, Sushil Prajapati, demanded the hotel be closed and called for CCTV surveillance and police verification of all food handlers.
Police registered a case based on the complaint and video evidence, and the accused, identified as Israr, a resident of Kacchi Saroy Colony, was taken into custody. Authorities confirmed that further investigation is ongoing and that strict action will be taken if any additional persons are found involved.
15. Meerut Youth Arrested After Spitting on Rotis During Wedding Ceremony
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, February 21, 2025: A video showing a youth allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them during a wedding ceremony in Meerut has gone viral on social media, prompting police action. The incident took place at the Prem Mandap in Brahmpuri area.
According to reports, the accused, identified as Imran, was seen in the footage spitting on rotis before placing them in the tandoor. Attendees recorded the act on their mobile phones and shared it online, which quickly reached local Hindu organisations, leading to protests at the venue.
Police arrived at the scene and took Imran into custody. Meerut Police Superintendent Ayush Vikram Singh confirmed that the viral video showed the individual committing the act during the wedding function and that legal action was being pursued. Residents stated that the incident occurred on the night of February 21, 2025.
16. Bageshwar Uttarayani Mela: Two Muslim Youth Arrested for Spitting on Rotis
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand, January 17, 2025: During the Uttarayani Mela on the banks of the Sarayu River in Bageshwar, two Muslim youths were caught spitting on rotis while preparing them at their stall. A video of the act quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage among local Hindu organisations who raised slogans at the mela.
Police verified the video and confirmed the incident, taking immediate action. The accused were identified as Aamir, son of Shaukat Ali, and Firasat, son of Liaqat, both residents of Tanda Badli, Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. They were arrested and presented in court, which sent them to Almora Jail for 14 days judicial custody. Legal action was registered against them under BNS Sections 196(1)/274/299.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami condemned the act, stating that the government will not tolerate “spit jihad” or attempts to disturb communal harmony. Authorities assured strict action and appealed to locals to maintain peace at the festival.
17. Barabanki ‘Spit Jihad’ Incident: Dhaba Worker Arrested
Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, October 23, 2024: In Barabanki, another case of “spit jihad” surfaced when a dhaba worker was caught on video spitting on rotis while preparing them. The video quickly went viral on social media, prompting immediate action by authorities.
The Food and Safety team sealed the dhaba and alerted the police. The accused was identified as Irshad, resident of Naveenagar, Fatehpur, who was taken into custody. Legal action is being pursued under relevant sections of the law.
According to Additional SP Chiranjeev Nath Sinha, the dhaba was located near a school in the Ramnagar area of Sudiyamau. In the video, a bearded man can be seen spitting on the dough before placing it in the tandoor, while another worker rolls the rotis for serving.
18. Aligarh: Fruit Vendor Arrested for Allegedly Spitting on Produce During Karwa Chauth
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, October 20, 2024: A disturbing incident was reported in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, where a fruit vendor was accused of selling fruits after spitting on them. The matter came to light during the Karwa Chauth festival, prompting immediate action from the Akhil Bharatiya Karni Sena, whose officials apprehended the vendor and took him to the local police station. A formal complaint was registered, and police have initiated an investigation.
According to Karni Sena Vice President Gyanendra Singh Chauhan, the incident occurred at Barah Dwari Chauraha, where the vendor, identified as Danish, son of Zaheer, was allegedly spitting on fruits, urinating, and handling them with unclean hands before selling them to customers.
The first person to notice the act was Bhaskar Agarwal, a resident of Sarai Hakim. Agarwal reportedly attempted to stop Danish but was allegedly assaulted by him. Agarwal then raised an alarm, gathering local residents and informing the police.
19. Mussoorie: Two Men Face Police Case After Viral Video Shows Them Spitting into Tea
Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, September 29, 2024: A video reportedly showing two men spitting into tea being prepared at a roadside stall in Mussoorie went viral on social media, prompting a police investigation and registration of a case against the accused. The incident was captured by a tourist visiting the town’s Library Chowk area.
According to the footage, one of the men is seen repeatedly spitting into a teapot before preparing tea. The tourist, identified as Himanshu Bishnoi of Nehru Village in Dehradun, recorded the act on his mobile phone while visiting Mussoorie at around 6:30 am. After noticing the alleged spitting, he confronted the individuals and then lodged a complaint with the Mussoorie police, providing the video as evidence.
Police confirmed the registration of a case against the two accused, identified as Naushad Ali and Hasan Ali, both from Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. The authorities are actively investigating the matter, and the accused were reported to be absconding at the time of the report.
20. Baghpat: Man Arrested After Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis at Hotel
Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, September 25, 2024: A viral video showing a man allegedly spitting on rotis before baking them at a hotel in Baghpat prompted police action and the arrest of the accused. The incident was reported from Naresh Chicken Corner, a food establishment in the Tittiri area of the city.
According to the video circulating on social media, the worker was seen repeatedly spitting on the rotis before placing them in the tandoor for cooking. The footage, which lasted about one minute, showed the man performing the act three times before baking the bread.
The video was recorded by a customer visiting the hotel and was widely shared online, where it drew significant attention. After reviewing the footage, Baghpat police identified and arrested the accused, Shahzad, in connection with the incident.
21. Noida Dhaba Worker Arrested After Video Shows Him Spitting on Tandoori Rotis
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, September 17, 2024: A video showing a dhaba worker allegedly spitting on tandoori rotis before baking them went viral on social media in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, prompting police to intervene and arrest the accused.
The footage, circulating online from a roadside dhaba near Bihari Lal Chowk in Danakaur, reportedly shows the worker repeatedly spitting on the rotis before placing them into the tandoor for cooking. Local residents who saw the video expressed shock, and word of the incident quickly spread through social media platforms.
Police were informed of the matter following the video’s circulation. Officers reached the location, detained the accused, and subsequently ordered the dhaba to be closed. The police also appealed to local residents to maintain peace in the area while the case was being processed.
The accused was identified as Jana Alam, a long‑term employee at the dhaba who had reportedly worked there for around eight years. He was presented in court, which placed him in judicial custody for 14 days.
22. Saharanpur Hotel Worker Arrested After Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, September 9, 2024: A video showing a hotel worker allegedly spitting on rotis before baking them at a roadside eatery in Saharanpur went viral on social media, prompting police action. The incident was reported from the Apna Dastarkhan dhaba located in the Chhutmalpur area of the district.
According to the complaint, the video clearly showed a man repeatedly leaning over freshly made dough and spitting on the rotis before placing them into the tandoor for cooking. The footage was shared online, after which the issue drew public attention and was brought to the notice of local police.
The complainant, identified as Nitish, filed a written report with the Saharanpur police, citing the viral video as the basis for his allegation. He stated that the act was being carried out in broad daylight in a crowded area of the dhaba.
Following the registration of the FIR, the dhaba worker was taken into custody. Police confirmed that the matter is under active investigation and that further action will be taken based on investigative findings.
23. Baghpat Dhaba Worker Arrested After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis
Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, September 09, 2024: A cook was arrested in Baghpat after a video showing him allegedly spitting on rotis before baking them at a roadside eatery went viral on social media. The incident was reported from Gulzar Hotel, located near Delhi Road in the city.
According to police, the video clearly shows the cook repeatedly spitting on the rotis before placing them in the tandoor for cooking. After the footage surfaced online, authorities identified the accused as Saddam Hussain, who was taken into custody on September 11, 2024.
The case was registered at the Kotwali Baghpat police station, and police said an investigation is underway. Police also named the hotel owner, Ehsaan, in the FIR lodged under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
24. Two Men Arrested in Noida After Couple Allege They Were Served Sugarcane Juice Mixed with Saliva
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, June 17, 2024: Police in Noida have arrested two men after a couple alleged they were served sugarcane juice that had been mixed with saliva at a juice stall outside their residential society. A video related to the incident circulated on social media and prompted the complaint.
According to the couple, who live in Cleo County Society in Sector 121, they ordered two glasses of sugarcane juice from a roadside juice stall one evening. After drinking the juice, they became suspicious that the vendor had mixed saliva into their drinks. When they confronted the vendor, he allegedly misbehaved, and the situation escalated.
Following the complaint to local police, a case was registered, and authorities arrested the accused sellers. The two men taken into custody were identified as Shaheb Alam and Jamshed Khan. Police confirmed that legal action was being taken in connection with the matter.
25. Barber Arrested in Shamli After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting During Facial Massage
Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, June 8, 2024: A barber in Shamli was arrested after a video showing him spitting on a customer’s face during a massage went viral on social media. The incident occurred in the Bhaneda Udda area under the Thana Bhavan police station jurisdiction.
According to the viral video, the barber, identified as Amjad, son of Irfan, was seen performing a facial massage, intermittently applying saliva to the customer’s face. After the clip spread online, local residents lodged complaints with the police.
Senior police officials, including SP Abhishek, instructed thorough investigation and directed the in‑charge of Thana Bhavan police station, Satish Kumar, to take action. Within six hours of the video’s circulation, officers located and arrested Amjad in connection with the incident.
26. Greater Noida Vendor Sought by Police After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Fruits Before Sale
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, March 23, 2024: A fruit vendor in Greater Noida came under scrutiny after a video showing him allegedly spitting on fruits before selling them to customers circulated widely on social media. The footage has prompted public complaints and a police response.
The video, which was shared on platforms including X, shows a vendor identified as Mohammad Irfan Khan handling fruits and allegedly applying saliva onto them before offering them for sale at Aicher Market in Greater Noida. The clip drew significant attention online, leading to demands for legal action against the seller.
Following the video’s circulation, members of the BJP Yuva Morcha Mandal filed a complaint with the local Beta-2 police station, urging authorities to act against the vendor. Police confirmed that a case has been registered and that efforts are underway to locate and question Irfan Khan in connection with the incident.
27. Taseeruddin Arrested in Uttar Pradesh After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Dough While Making Rotis
Uttar Pradesh, January 25 2023: Police in Uttar Pradesh arrested a man after a video showing him allegedly spitting on dough while preparing rotis circulated widely on social media. The footage led to public complaints and swift action by local law enforcement.
The accused, identified as Taseeruddin, was taken into custody following the release of the video, which reportedly showed him repeatedly spitting on the dough before making rotis at a local food establishment.
According to the report, local police registered a case against Taseeruddin after reviewing the viral clip and initiated an investigation. Authorities confirmed that the arrest was made in response to public concern over the act captured in the video.
28. Ghaziabad Restaurant Employee Booked After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Food Before Packing
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, May 25, 2023: Police in Ghaziabad registered a case against a restaurant employee after a video surfaced on social media showing him allegedly spitting into food packaging before packing meals for customers. The incident was reported from Salaam Chicken Restaurant near Loni Giri Market in the Ghaziabad district.
According to the complaint filed by activists of the Hindu Yuva Vahini, the footage showed the employee, identified as Masoom, spitting into the food packing polythene while preparing orders. The video quickly circulated online, drawing public attention and prompting outrage.
After reviewing the video, police at Loni Tiraha police station registered an FIR against the accused. The case was filed under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and investigations into the matter are ongoing. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway as part of the response to the viral footage.
29. Chandigarh Dhaba Incident: Video Shows Cook Spitting on Rotis Before Baking, Police Close Establishment
Daddu Majra, Chandigarh, July 9, 2023: A video showing a cook allegedly spitting on rotis before placing them in a tandoor at a dhaba in Daddu Majra, Chandigarh, circulated widely on social media, leading to public outrage and police action.
The footage, recorded at Delhi Darbar Dhaba, showed a man at Delhi Darbar Dhaba, identified as Mohammad Adil, preparing tandoori rotis while repeatedly spitting on the dough before baking. The video was shared online shortly before locals gathered at the dhaba, attempting to shut down the eatery in response to the video.
Police were informed about the incident and responded by visiting the dhaba to calm the situation and prevent further disturbance. Authorities verified that the video had been circulated over the preceding days. Pending investigation, the dhaba was closed by police to maintain law and order.
30. Ujjain Home Demolished After Accusations of Spitting on Mahakal Procession
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, July 17, 2023: In Ujjain, authorities demolished a house after a youth accused of spitting on the Mahakal Ki Sawari Hindu religious procession faced legal action. A video of the alleged incident circulated on social media, prompting police and civic intervention.
According to police, three individuals, including an 18‑year‑old identified as Adnan Mansoori, his brother, and a minor were arrested on July 17, 2023, after a complaint that they had spat from the rooftop of a building on the religious procession of Baba Mahakal. An FIR was registered at the Kharakuan police station for actions said to have disturbed communal harmony.
On July 19, 2023, municipal authorities, accompanied by police and civic teams, proceeded to the neighborhood where the accused lived. The administration first ensured the building was vacated and then used a bulldozer to demolish parts of Adnan’s house that were described as illegal structures. Shops in the area were ordered to remain closed until the demolition was completed.
Officials stated that the action was taken against those who allegedly tried to disturb peace and communal harmony during a religious event. The demolition was part of the local authority’s verified response following complaints and the circulation of the video depicting the alleged spitting incident.
31. Viral Video Shows Man Spitting on Rotis at Dhaba in Muzaffarnagar; Police Probe Underway
Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, December 17, 2023: A video appearing to show a man spitting on rotis before placing them in a tandoor at a roadside dhaba in Muzaffarnagar has circulated widely on social media, prompting a complaint and police action.
The short video, circulated on December 16, 2023, depicts a man wearing a cap preparing rotis at Haji Maqbool Tahri’s dhaba near Minakshi Chowk. The footage shows the man leaning towards the rotis and spitting on them before placing them into the tandoor for cooking.
Members of the Hindu Jagran Manch filed a written complaint with the Civil Lines police station on December 17, 2023, alleging that the rotis were intentionally contaminated while being prepared at the eatery. The complainants contended that the act, as shown in the footage, occurred at the dhaba near Minakshi Chowk in the district.
The complaint claimed that the behaviour of the food preparer and the involvement of the restaurant owner could harm social harmony in the area. It also noted that people of various communities frequented the establishment.
Police in Muzaffarnagar have acknowledged receipt of the complaint and said they have begun an investigation into the matter. They have registered a case and are collecting evidence, with further action expected based on investigative findings.
32. Celebrity Hairstylist Jawed Habib Seen Spitting on Woman’s Hair During Seminar Video Goes Viral
Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, January 5, 2022: A video showing renowned hairstylist Jawed Habib allegedly spitting on a woman’s hair during a training seminar in Muzaffarnagar circulated widely on social media, attracting public attention and criticism.
In the footage from the event, Habib is seen standing beside a woman seated on a stage while demonstrating hairstyling techniques to an audience. During the session, he pauses and spits onto the woman’s hair, reportedly stating, “Agar paani ki kami hai na… iss thook mein jaan hai” (if there is a shortage of water, there is life in this spit). The video shows members of the audience laughing and clapping as the act takes place.
The woman in the video was later identified as Pooja Gupta, a beauty salon owner from Baraut. In a separate video she shared on social media, Gupta said she had attended the seminar to gain hairstyling skills and had been invited on stage for a haircut demonstration. She said she chose not to proceed with the haircut after the hairstylist spat on her hair and stated that she would not visit Habib’s salons in the future.
The viral clip sparked widespread reactions online, with many users expressing disgust. Some commenters highlighted the hygiene concerns raised by the act shown in the video. The incident drew significant attention on social media platforms after it was shared by multiple users following its circulation.
33. Lucknow: Six Arrested After Video Shows Cook Spitting on Rotis at Imam Ali Dhaba
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, January 09, 2022: A video showing a cook spitting on rotis while preparing them at Imam Ali Dhaba in the Kakori area of Lucknow went viral, prompting police action and the arrest of six people associated with the eatery. The footage, recorded by a bystander and circulated on social media, shows the employee applying saliva to rotis before placing them in the tandoor for cooking.
Following the video’s circulation, police registered a case and took six individuals into custody, including the dhaba owner Yakub, and employees Danish, Hafiz Mukhtar, Feroz, and Anwar. Authorities are currently questioning the accused as part of the ongoing investigation.
Lucknow Police Commissioner D.K. Thakur confirmed that the case was registered based on the viral video and that legal action is being pursued against all accused.
34. Video of Spitting on Roti at Meerut Wedding Goes Viral, Accused Firoz Arrested, Demand for Action Under NSA
Meerut, May 9, 2022: In Atrauli village of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, a video surfaced on Monday, May 9, 2022, showing an individual spitting on roti while making naan during a wedding ceremony. Following the viral video, police have arrested the accused, identified as Firoz.
According to police, the wedding was for the daughter of Atrauli resident Naresh Kumar. Firoz, son of Wazid from Hapur, had been assigned the task of preparing naan and roti for the event. During the preparation, he was captured on video spitting on the bread, which later went viral on social media.
The Kharakhauda police confirmed that prompt action was taken in the matter. Station In-Charge Jitendra Kumar Dubey said a case has been registered and the investigation is ongoing, with further action to be taken as required.
35. Video Shows Vendor Spitting in Popcorn Frying Oil in Bengaluru, Police Arrest Nayaz Pasha
Bengaluru, June 12, 2022: In Bengaluru, Karnataka, police arrested a local popcorn vendor, identified as Nayaz Pasha, after he was seen allegedly spitting into the edible oil used for frying popcorn. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, June 11, 2022, and a video of the episode was shared widely on social media, prompting public attention.
According to reports, a person observed Pasha spitting into the oil at his popcorn stall located in Lal Bagh and preparing food at around 9:30 a.m. The onlooker confronted the vendor, and a dispute ensued at the site. Police arrived at the scene following the commotion and took Pasha into custody. Officers also seized a bottle of the oil believed to contain saliva as part of their evidence collection.
36. Video Shows Spitting on Rotis at Bijnor Hotel, Accused Arbaaz Arrested and Sent to Jail
Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, July 06, 2022: In Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, a video showing a hotel employee allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them has gone viral, prompting police action. Following the video circulation, police arrested the accused, identified as Arbaaz, and sent him to jail. The incident reportedly occurred at Zakir Sadabahar Hotel, located at Jalalabad Chowk in Bijnor.
According to reports, after the video surfaced, police launched an investigation and questioned the hotel staff. Upon confirming the authenticity of the footage, the police registered a case against Arbaaz under Sections 269 and 270 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and also filed charges under the Epidemic Diseases Act. Arbaaz was subsequently arrested and remanded to jail.
The hotel owner, Zakir, told media that Arbaaz had a habit of working in this manner despite being advised against it. He added that the hotel is monitored by eight cameras, and all activities are observed live.
This is not the first incident of its kind in Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, a similar video went viral from a hotel in Sheikhpura, Aurangabad Mohalla, Baghpat district, showing a person spitting on tandoori rotis. Following a complaint by the Hindu Jagran Manch, the police took the hotel owner and three employees into custody.
Previous incidents include a video from January 12, 2022, in Lucknow showing staff spitting on rotis, leading to cases against the hotel owner Yakub and employees Danish, Hafiz Mukhtar Firoz, and Anwar. In December 2021, during an engagement ceremony in Laxminagar, Kankar Kheda, Meerut, a youth named Naushad was filmed repeatedly spitting on rotis, which was recorded by a child and later went viral.
37. Stones Thrown and Spitting on Kanwar Yatra Pilgrims in Hallu Sarai, Sambhal, Police Register Case
Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, July 7, 2022: In Hallu Sarai, Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, a group of Kanwar Yatra pilgrims returning from Haridwar with sacred Ganga water were allegedly attacked by Muslim residents. According to reports, the assailants threw stones at the pilgrims and reportedly spat on the Kanwar used to carry the holy water.
The incident occurred as the pilgrims reached Nakhasa’s Raisatti Mohalla. Witnesses said several residents standing on rooftops spat on the Kanwars while throwing stones at the pilgrims. Following the attack, the Kanwariyas staged a protest on the road, disrupting local traffic and prompting police intervention. Officers arrived at the scene, pacified the group, and restored order.
The pilgrims told police that the Kanwars were damaged and that they were attacked while walking along the route. Sambhal SP Chakresh Mishra confirmed that a complaint was filed at Nakhasa police station and a case has been registered against the accused under Sections 253A, 395, and 336 of the Indian Penal Code.
38. Kanwar Yatra Violence in Meerut: Pilgrims Block Highway, Vandalize Police Outpost After Spitting Incident
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, July 23, 2022: In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, a group of Kanwar Yatra pilgrims created a disturbance on National Highway‑58 after alleging that two youths from another community spat on one of their sacred Kanwars carrying holy Ganga water. The claim led the pilgrims to block the highway and protest, eventually targeting a nearby police outpost in anger.
According to local reports, the pilgrims accused the two men of spitting on the Kanwar, which they consider a religious symbol during the annual pilgrimage. One of the accused was taken into custody by police, while the second was reported to have fled the scene.
Following the arrest, Kanwar participants gathered at the highway in the Kankar Kheda area and demanded the release of the detained man. The protest escalated, leading to traffic disruption and damage to the police outpost sign. Officers from senior ranks, including the Senior Superintendent of Police and District Magistrate, arrived at the scene to manage the situation and clear the roadway.
39. Man Arrested in Meerut for Spitting on Dough While Preparing Rotis at Wedding Function
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, February 21, 2021: In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, police arrested a man after he was caught on camera allegedly spitting on dough while preparing rotis at a wedding function. The footage, recorded during the event, circulated widely on social media and drew public attention to the incident.
The accused was identified as Naushad. A complaint was filed by Hindu Jagran Manch Meerut chief Sachin Sirohi, who accused him of spreading the coronavirus through his conduct in the video.
Following the complaint, Meerut police took action and arrested Naushad. A police spokesperson stated that Naushad would undergo a COVID‑19 test, and further legal action would be determined based on the results of that test.
40. Mohammad Mohsin Arrested in Ghaziabad After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis Before Cooking
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, March 12, 2021: Ghaziabad police arrested a man identified as Mohammad Mohsin after a video of him allegedly spitting on rotis before cooking them at an engagement ceremony went viral on social media. The incident reportedly took place on March 11, 2021, in the Bhojpur area of Ghaziabad district.
According to police statements, the video showed Mohsin preparing rotis and repeatedly spitting on the dough before placing them in a tandoor oven. The footage circulated widely on Twitter and other platforms, drawing public attention.
Following the video’s circulation, Ghaziabad police registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Mohsin under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and took him into custody. Officers also named the catering company responsible for the event in the FIR.
41. Delhi Police Arrest Mohammad Khalik After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis
New Delhi, March 24, 2021: Delhi Police have arrested a cook named Mohammad Khalik after a video showing him allegedly spitting on rotis while preparing them went viral on social media. The footage was traced to Madeena Hotel in the Bhajanpura area of North East Delhi.
Police took cognisance of the viral clip and identified Khalik as the man seen spitting on uncooked rotis before placing them in a tandoor oven. Following the investigation, officers arrested him in connection with the incident. An FIR was registered against Khalik under Sections 269, 270 and 272 of the Indian Penal Code along with provisions of the Pandemic Act, according to the report.
Khalik reportedly moved to Delhi from his native village about nine to ten years ago in search of work and had been employed at the Bhajanpura dhaba since then.
42. Delhi Police Arrest Two Men After Viral Video Shows One Spitting on Rotis at West Delhi Hotel
New Delhi, March 18, 2021: Delhi Police have arrested two men after a video purportedly showing one of them spitting on rotis before cooking went viral on social media. The incident was recorded at Hotel Chand in the Khyala area of West Delhi, where a customer captured footage of the act and shared it with authorities.
In the video, one man wearing a blue T‑shirt is seen kneading dough while the other, identified as Ibrahim, wearing a white undershirt, appears to spit onto the rotis just before placing them into the oven.
Police identified the two accused as Sabi Anwar and Ibrahim, both natives of Kishanganj in Bihar. After registering a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, officers arrested both men in connection with the viral video. The police also filed charges against the hotel owner, Aamir, for operating the eatery without proper permission.
43. Muslim Man Taken into Custody in Shamli After Viral Video Shows Him Spitting on Rotis
Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, April 2, 2021: In Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh, a Muslim man was taken into custody after a video showing him allegedly spitting on dough while preparing rotis at a local eatery went viral on social media. The footage reportedly shows the man wearing a white cap spitting on the rotis during the cooking process.
Following the video’s circulation, Shamli Police arrested the accused for questioning and stated that appropriate legal action would be taken under the law. The police described the custody as part of their ongoing investigation into the incident.
44. Tablighi Jamaat Attendees Misbehave and Spit at Doctors, Staff at Delhi Quarantine Centre
New Delhi, April 1, 2020: Some attendees of the Tablighi Jamaat religious congregation were reported to have misbehaved with healthcare staff and spat at doctors and other personnel at quarantine centres in Delhi after being evacuated from the organisation’s Markaz in Nizamuddin, according to authorities.
A total of 167 people who had attended the Tablighi Jamaat gathering were taken to makeshift quarantine facilities on railway property in Tughlakabad after the event was identified as a COVID‑19 hotspot.
Railway officials said that some of those quarantined objected to food arrangements, abused staff and were unruly within the facilities. They also allegedly spat on doctors and other healthcare workers attending to them during the quarantine period.
Residents near the quarantine sites expressed concern about the risk of virus spread, saying occupants coughed, sneezed and spat on roads and surfaces outside the facilities. Authorities responded by deploying additional security personnel from the Delhi Police and Central Reserve Police Force to support management at the centres.
The Nizamuddin congregation and its aftermath prompted a nationwide tracing effort, with thousands of attendees and their contacts identified and quarantined amid a surge in COVID‑19 cases linked to the event.
45. Muslim Fruit Vendor Sheru Miyan Arrested in Raisen After Viral Video Shows Him Contaminating Fruits
Raisen, Madhya Pradesh | Video Recorded February 16, 2020 / FIR Filed April 3, 2020
A Muslim fruit vendor, Sheru Miyan, was arrested in Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, after a video surfaced showing him allegedly contaminating fruits by licking them while arranging them on his cart. The footage, originally recorded on February 16, 2020, went viral online in early April, prompting police action.
According to authorities, a local resident filmed Sheru Miyan picking up fruits and repeatedly licking his fingers before placing the produce back on the cart, raising concerns about public health risks. Following the viral video, police registered a case on April 3, 2020, under Sections 269 and 270 of the Indian Penal Code, which deal with negligent acts likely to spread infection and acts dangerous to life. Sheru Miyan was subsequently taken into police custody.
The accused’s daughter told the media that her father has mental health issues and licked his fingers out of habit, not with the intent to contaminate the fruits. She noted that the video was several weeks old when it resurfaced online.
46. Muslim Fruit Vendor Chand Mohammad and Son Spit on Bananas in Bharatpur, FIR Registered
Bharatpur, Rajasthan, April 18, 2020: In Bharatpur city, Rajasthan, a Muslim fruit vendor, Chand Mohammad, and his son, Nasir, were caught on CCTV allegedly spitting on bananas and a weighing scale before selling the fruit to customers. The footage, recorded outside a resident’s home in Gopalgarh Mohalla, sparked outrage in the area.
According to the police, a local resident, Mukesh Sinsinwar, purchased bananas from Chand Mohammad and noticed a sticky, liquid-like substance on the fruit. Reviewing his CCTV footage, he discovered that the vendor and his son had spat on the bananas and the scale prior to selling them. Mukesh filed a complaint at Mathura Gate police station, prompting authorities to register an FIR under the Epidemic Diseases Act and other applicable laws.
Mathura Gate police, led by Station House Officer Rajendra Sharma, confirmed that Chand Mohammad and his son Nasir are currently absconding. Officers said multiple raids have been conducted to apprehend the accused based on the CCTV footage and the complaint.
The incident occurred during the nationwide COVID‑19 lockdown, raising public concern over hygiene and the spread of infection. Authorities continue to search for the father and son to ensure legal action is taken.
