Renowned chef and food activist Vikas Khanna has been credited with inspiring a humble chole bhature seller to make it onto TIME's Most Influential People of 2026 list. Khanna's 'act of rebellion' refers to his efforts to promote and celebrate street food vendors, often overlooked by mainstream society. By giving these vendors a platform, Khanna has helped shed light on the rich culinary diversity of India and the unsung heroes behind its popular street food. The story of the chole bhature seller's journey to international recognition highlights Khanna's dedication to preserving India's cultural heritage and empowering its food vendors.
How Vikas Khanna's ‘act of rebellion’ led a chole bhature seller to feature in TIME’s Most Influential People of 2026 Mint
