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Crime
Gwalior Vendor Allegedly Throws Hot Oil on Student Over 20‑Rupee Momo Dispute
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 03:00 PM
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A 18‑year‑old student in Gwalior’s Hazira area was allegedly hit with hot oil by a vendor during a spat over 20‑rupee momos, causing burns to his face and ears.
A 18‑year‑old student was reportedly injured when a vendor in Gwalior’s Hazira area threw hot oil at him during a disagreement over the price of 20‑rupee momos. The incident took place on a busy street in the town’s market.
Witnesses say the student suffered burns on his face and ears, and he was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The injuries are described as moderate, with the student requiring dressing and pain management.
Local police have opened a case against the vendor, who is alleged to have used a pot of hot oil to assault the student. The police are collecting statements from witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage from the area.
The incident has sparked outrage among shoppers, with many calling for stricter enforcement of safety regulations in street markets. The vendor’s shop has been temporarily closed pending investigation.
Witnesses say the student suffered burns on his face and ears, and he was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The injuries are described as moderate, with the student requiring dressing and pain management.
Local police have opened a case against the vendor, who is alleged to have used a pot of hot oil to assault the student. The police are collecting statements from witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage from the area.
The incident has sparked outrage among shoppers, with many calling for stricter enforcement of safety regulations in street markets. The vendor’s shop has been temporarily closed pending investigation.