Noida woman alleges PVR denied entry over diabetes kit: 'If you have this condition, you shouldn't come'
A woman with Type 1 diabetes has alleged that PVR INOX staff in Noida stopped her from entering the cinema over an emergency medical kit, with a manager allegedly telling her people with her condition 'shouldn't come to watch a movie'— prompting an apology from the company.
A woman with Type 1 diabetes has alleged she was denied entry to a PVR INOX cinema in Noida due to her carrying an emergency kit for managing low blood sugar levels. Jyotsana Rangeen shared her experience on X, stating security staff objected to her carrying the kit despite explaining its medical necessity. The manager allegedly told her people with her condition should not attend movies.
Rangeen called for better training for cinema staff to prevent such discrimination. PVR apologized and clarified that medically necessary food, drinks, and diabetes kits are allowed inside cinemas; the incident highlighted the need for improved staff awareness and handling of medical conditions.
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