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Theobroma raid in Hyderabad finds mould, pests, expired food
A food safety raid at Theobroma’s Amberpet outlet in Hyderabad on August 14 found massive violations. Officials discarded 24 kg of mouldy potatoes and 60 kg of spoiled chocolate callets, along with…
The Story in Brief
A food safety raid at Theobroma’s Amberpet outlet in Hyderabad on August 14 found massive violations. Officials discarded 24 kg of mouldy potatoes and 60 kg of spoiled chocolate callets, along with expired chicken wings. Frozen meat was stored at 6°C instead of the required minus 18°C. Cakes had AC water dripping on them, baking trays were dirty, and eggs were contaminated with faecal matter. Pest infestation and inadequate cleaning were noted. The outlet operated without a valid FSSAI licence for over a month. A notice has been issued under the FSSAI Act.
The Indian Opinion
Theobroma’s premium image takes a hit after this raid. Outlets often flaunt fancy branding but neglect basic hygiene. The narrative that high prices guarantee safety is false. FSSAI must now follow through with penalties and publicise inspection scores. The real test: will Theobroma’s other outlets face surprise checks, or will this be a one-off?
Source: siasat.com
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