People trying out delicacies at the Haldiram’s newly-opened train-themed restaurant. File Photo. Photo: GIRI KVS/ The Hindu
A case has been registered against the Haldiram’s outlet in Attapur, Hyderabad, after a customer alleged that she was sold fungus-infected sweets.
According to the complaint, the woman purchased sweets worth ₹100 from the store and later found them to be infected with fungus. When she confronted the shop staff, they allegedly abused her and used filthy language.
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Subsequently, photographs and videos surfaced online showing infested sweets. Officials said samples have been collected from the outlet and will be sent for analysis by the food safety inspector. A case was registered by the Attapur police and further investigation is underway.
Published – February 18, 2026 12:32 pm IST
