Watch | Have you heard of an ‘ATM’ for pani puri?
The Hindu
A video on Pani Puri ATM’s and how does the machine work
In the early 90s, Indians looked on in fascination as ATMs dispensed cash within seconds
Now, you can even order your favourite biryani from a vending machine after punching a few buttons.
But have you heard of an “ATM” for pani puri?
Think of street food in India, it’s hard to miss people queueing up near pani-puri stalls, be it on pavements, or even wedding halls
But there’s one thing that often goes unnoticed - the hygiene involved in making and serving this street food.
In 2017, two engineers in Ahmedabad, Aakash Gajjar and Devendra Avhad, both fell ill after eating pani puri.
They decided to convert this unexpected setback into an opportunity

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