96 Kilos of Rotten Meat Seized from Hyderabad Restaurant; Food Safety Violations Detected

Hyderabad: A state-level food safety task force has flagged serious hygiene violations at Hotel Tulips Grand in Turkayamjal, a locality in southern Hyderabad. During an inspection on March 21, 2025, officials uncovered and discarded a significant quantity of spoiled food items, raising major concerns about food safety practices at the establishment.

Spoiled Food Items and Storage Issues

Food safety officials found and destroyed 96 kilos of rotten meat stored in the restaurant’s cold room, which had been left unattended for a prolonged period. Additionally, they seized 10 packets of expired mushrooms and ice cream infested with insects, valued at ₹2,500. Contaminated poppy seeds were also discovered in the restaurant’s storage area.

Severe Hygiene Lapses

Apart from unsafe food storage, the inspection team highlighted unsanitary conditions in the kitchen and storage spaces. Some of the key issues noted during the inspection include:

• Lack of a proper drainage system in the kitchen

• Open dustbins near food preparation areas

• Repetitive use of cooking oil, raising food safety concerns

• Absence of crucial documentation, including records related to pest control and other food safety measures

Authorities Take Action

The food safety team classified the restaurant’s conditions as unhygienic and unsafe for food preparation. Following the inspection, officials discarded the spoiled food items and issued strict warnings to the management of Hotel Tulips Grand. Further action may be taken based on follow-up inspections.

Authorities have urged customers to be cautious when dining out and report any suspected food safety violations. The Hyderabad food safety department continues to conduct surprise inspections to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.