Shocking viral clip: Cucumbers allegedly dyed bright green at Bihar railway station | WATCH

A viral video showing cucumbers being artificially coloured bright green at Katihar Junction railway station in Bihar has triggered widespread concern online, with users questioning food safety practices at public transport hubs.

The clip, now widely circulated across social media, allegedly shows vendors dipping peeled cucumbers into a green liquid before selling them directly to passengers on the platform.

The cucumber colouring video has become a major talking point, raising alarm over whether artificial dyes are being used to make stale or pale cucumbers appear fresh and more appealing to buyers.

In the footage, a vendor can be seen handling peeled cucumbers and immersing them in a mug filled with a dark green substance. The process appears to be carried out openly on the railway platform, where such food items are commonly sold to travellers.

Cucumbers are a popular seasonal snack at railway stations across India, especially during summer months, as passengers often prefer them for their cooling effect and low cost. However, the viral clip has now shifted attention to possible chemical colouring practices used in street food sales.

The incident quickly gained traction on X, where users shared the video with strong reactions, calling it unsafe, unhygienic, and deceptive. Many expressed concern that such practices could pose health risks, especially for children and regular commuters who frequently consume station-sold food.

Following the uproar, officials from the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Katihar launched immediate action. According to an NDTV report, nine women vendors involved in selling cucumbers in a similar manner at the station have been detained and are currently being questioned.

The woman seen in the viral cucumber colouring video is also among those detained. Authorities said preliminary statements suggest that the green liquid used may be similar to colouring agents used in sweets prepared for weddings. However, officials have not yet confirmed the exact composition.

The viral video continues to circulate widely, fueling debate over food hygiene standards at railway stations and the regulation of street food vendors in high-traffic public areas.