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A video from Jabalpur railway station has gone viral after a passenger’s simple snack purchase turned into an unexpected controversy. The clip shows the traveler trying to buy a samosa, usually priced between Rs 5–10, via UPI. When the digital payment failed and his train started departing, he reportedly handed over his watch to complete the transaction.

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The passenger, rushing to catch his train, was stopped by a vendor named Sandeep Gupta who insisted on payment. When the passenger’s UPI attempt failed and he had no cash, he handed over his wristwatch to settle the bill.

The video shows the vendor seizing the passenger by the collar, accusing him of “wasting time and making excuses,” and refusing to let him board without payment. In a bid to not miss his train, the passenger handed over his wristwatch to the vendor.

The video gained widespread attention after being shared on X, labeled a “Shameful incident at Jabalpur Railway Station.” The episode, which occurred on October 17, prompted immediate action.

Railway Responded 

The West Central Railway also took note of the incident and said that the samosa seller had been identified as Sandeep Gupta. "At Jabalpur station, a vendor snatched the watch of a passenger after he made a purchase from him. Taking quick action, the Railway Administration identified the vendor and he was arrested under Railway Act and a case was registered," West Central Railway CPRO Harshit Srivastava was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.

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Railway authorities stated that Sandeep Gupta’s license was being revoked. His arrest and subsequent actions sparked online debate, with many questioning the move due to his modest background.

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