Viral video of man teaching students to eat samosa sparks furious online debate— here’s why

In a country where food is as much about feeling as it is about flavour, even a small tweak to tradition can trigger a big reaction. A short classroom video from Nagpur recently did just that– not with controversial words, but with a fork and knife.

And at the center of it all? A humble samosa.The clip, shared on Instagram by Amol, who runs Western Wings Spoken English and Personality Development Academy, shows him teaching students how to eat a samosa using formal cutlery. He carefully slices the popular snack with a knife, explaining the process to his audience as part of a dining etiquette session. While the goal may have been to demonstrate polished table manners, the reaction online turned it into something else entirely.A fork, a knife– and a lot of opinionsOnce the video surfaced on X, social media was quick to respond. Many users criticized the method, calling it out as unnecessary and out of touch with how street food is meant to be enjoyed.One user posted, “If you are asked to eat a samosa like this, you’re in the wrong room with fake people. Just run.” Another said, “By the time you take the first bite, the chutney will retire.”The reactions poured in– some humorous, others sharply worded– all pushing back against what they saw as a forced attempt to “refine” something that doesn’t need refinement.

ID@undefined Caption not available.Not just about the snack, but what it stands forFor many Indians, food is a sensory experience tied closely to memory and culture. And when it comes to snacks like samosas, there’s an unspoken comfort in breaking one open by hand, dipping it into chutney, and eating it while it’s still hot.That may explain why the video drew so much attention. It wasn't just about using a fork and knife– it was about changing something that, for many, doesn’t need to be changed.Memes take over as the internet respondsSoon after the video gained traction, meme-makers took over the conversation. From relatable jokes to sarcastic takes, the response was loud and clear– most people prefer their samosas the classic way. No cutlery, no formality.In their view, bringing fine-dining habits into the street food experience feels misplaced. And the samosa, they argue, is best enjoyed messily and joyfully– without overthinking it.Disclaimer: The Times of India has not independently verified the authenticity of the video. This article is based solely on the content of the viral clip and public reactions shared by social media users. The publication does not hold or express any independent opinions on the matter.Thumb image: Canva (for representative purposes only)