Yusufguda Hotel staff caught washing utensils with drainage water

HYDERABAD: In a shocking incident, the management of Sri Krishna Udupi Park Hotel in Yusufguda was reportedly caught red-handed washing plates, bowls, and tea glasses with contaminated drainage water.

According to reports, a drainage pipe near the hotel had been leaking for some time, leading to the accumulation of wastewater. Despite this, the hotel’s management continued to use this contaminated water to clean their utensils.

The incident, which has gone viral on social media, has sparked outrage among citizens. Many have expressed concerns about the potential health risks associated with consuming food and beverages prepared with such unsanitary practices.

In response to the public outrage, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has taken notice of the matter and has assured citizens that the concerned food safety team has been alerted and will take immediate action.

Citizens have expressed their dismay over the incident, advising others to avoid dining out due to the increasing number of food safety violations in Hyderabad. There are growing concerns that such practices could lead to the spread of diseases. Many are calling for a thorough investigation and for strict penalties to be imposed on the hotel management for their violation of food safety regulations.

Sri Krishna Udipi Park Hotel in Yusuf Guda, tableware, including plates, bowls, and tea glasses, is being washed with drainage water, despite persistent pipe leaks.#yusufguda pic.twitter.com/cITzgSKRR5

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