Deadly Fast Food in Amroha: Young Woman Dies After Eating Chowmein and Momos, Raises Serious Health Concerns

Amroha: Excessive consumption of fast food is proving fatal in Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha district, where a 20-year-old married woman died after developing a severe pancreatic infection, allegedly caused by frequent intake of junk food such as chowmein, momos, burgers, and pizza. This is reported to be the third such death linked to fast food consumption in the district, triggering alarm among residents and health experts alike.

Illness Began With Severe Abdominal Pain

The deceased, identified as Shifa, a resident of Joya town’s Ward No. 10, was married eight months ago to Akram, son of Mohammad Wajid. According to family members, Shifa was extremely fond of fast food and consumed it regularly.

A few days ago, she complained of acute stomach pain, after which her condition deteriorated rapidly. The family rushed her to a private hospital, where doctors diagnosed a serious infection in her pancreas.

Referred From Amroha to AIIMS Delhi

As her condition worsened, Shifa was referred first to Moradabad and later to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment. Doctors at AIIMS confirmed that she was suffering from a critical pancreatic infection, which they attributed primarily to excessive consumption of fast food and fried items.

Despite intensive medical treatment, Shifa failed to respond and died during treatment on Wednesday morning. Her body was later brought back to Amroha, where her last rites were performed amid grief and shock.

Third Death Linked to Fast Food in the District

Family members said doctors clearly informed them that Shifa’s pancreas had been severely damaged due to unhealthy dietary habits. Earlier, two teenage girls—18-year-old Ilma and 16-year-old Ahana—had also died in Amroha under similar circumstances, allegedly after consuming fast food.

The consecutive deaths of three young girls have sparked serious questions about food safety, hygiene standards, and public health awareness in the district.

Administration Under Scanner

Despite repeated fatalities, no concrete action has reportedly been taken by the district administration to investigate food quality, regulate fast food outlets, or launch public awareness campaigns. Locals are now questioning why fast food in Amroha is turning deadly and whether unregulated street food and unhygienic cooking practices are playing a role.

Health experts warn that frequent consumption of oily, processed, and unhygienic fast food can severely damage digestive organs, particularly the pancreas, and may lead to life-threatening complications.

The incident serves as a grim reminder of the hidden dangers of junk food—and the urgent need for stricter food safety enforcement and dietary awareness, especially among young people.