Sweet Shop Saga: Resolving a Viral Dispute

Tensions arose when false allegations against Lala Chandiram Sweets were circulated online. Shop owner Girraj Prasad claimed these stemmed from his refusal to accept UPI payments. Police intervened, considering the posts an attempt to incite unrest. Ultimately, the disagreement was resolved peacefully between the shop owner and a customer.

An online storm over allegations against Lala Chandiram Sweets in Nuh has been amicably resolved, according to police. The matter, sparking widespread social media attention, began when owner Girraj Prasad declined a UPI payment from a customer.

Prasad reported that false propaganda was launched against his shop on Facebook, leading to ten individuals being booked. He alleged it was a conspiracy to disrupt community harmony, rooted in false claims about his Muslim employees.

After discussions among social activists, officials, and local leaders, the tensions subsided. Both Prasad and the customer expressed regret, and a decision was made to post a notice regarding payment methods at the shop.

(With inputs from agencies.)