Bone of Contention: Biryani Scam Unraveled at Local Eatery

A group of youths attempted to evade a Rs 5,000-6,000 bill at Biryani Bay in Shastri Chowk by placing a bone in a plate of vegetable biryani. The con was exposed by CCTV footage. Although police were involved, no formal proceedings have been initiated as no complaint was filed.

A group of youths attempted to evade a substantial food bill at an eatery by placing a meat bone into a vegetable biryani dish. The incident occurred at Biryani Bay, located at Shastri Chowk, within the jurisdiction of the Cantonment Police Station.

The deception unfolded when restaurant staff called in the police, and CCTV footage revealed that one youth discreetly placed the bone into the dish after receiving it from another member of the group. This deliberate act aimed to avoid paying the bill, ranging between Rs 5,000 and Rs 6,000, according to restaurant owner Ravikar Singh.

Although no formal complaint was filed by the eatery, police confirmed that legal action is currently underway. The restaurant has emphasized its strict kitchen practices, ensuring that meat and vegetables are cooked separately to avoid contamination.

(With inputs from agencies.)