Mumbai: Man Claims He Found Corroded Metal Pin in Kaju Katli Bought From Tewari Bros (Pics and Video)
A Mumbai resident has alleged that he found a corroded metal pin embedded inside Kaju Katli purchased from Tewaris at Charni Road on July 29, moments before feeding it to his three-year-old daughter. The customer shared photos and a video on X, raising concerns about food safety, hygiene and quality control. No official response has been issued yet.
A Mumbai resident has alleged that he discovered a corroded metal pin embedded inside a piece of Kaju Katli purchased from Tewaris at Charni Road, just before he was about to feed it to his three-year-old daughter. The incident has raised concerns over food safety and quality control, with the customer saying the alleged lapse could have resulted in serious consequences.
The customer, Prannoy Palav, shared his experience on social media platform X, along with photographs and a video that he said showed the metal object inside the sweet. His post has since drawn attention online, with several users expressing concern over food safety standards. Poornima Restaurant, Iconic Fort Udupi Eatery, Loses Food Licence After Maharashtra FDA Finds Serious Hygiene Violations.
Man Alleges Corroded Metal Pin Inside Tewaris Kaju Katli
⚠️Food Safety Alert⚠️On 29 July, 26 I purchased 500g of Kaju Katli from Tewaris, Charni Road. I noticed a corroded metal pin embedded inside the sweet. This raises serious concerns about hygiene, food safety, and quality control. @Tukaram_IndIAS @FDA_MAHARASHTRA #mumbai #food pic.twitter.com/xVY5aJXuTK
— Prannoy Palav (@prannoypalav) July 31, 2026
A Mumbai resident found a corroded metal pin inside a piece of Kaju Katli purchased from Tewaris at Charni Road on July 29, moments before he was about to feed it to his three-year-old daughter.
The incident raised concerns over food safety and quality control, with the customer… pic.twitter.com/qnugL9toVQ
— Mid Day (@mid_day) August 2, 2026
Man Says He Found Metal Pin in Kaju Katli Before Feeding It to Daughter
According to Palav, he purchased 500 grams of Kaju Katli from the Tewaris outlet at Charni Road on July 29. Sharing the incident on X, he wrote: "Food Safety Alert On 29 July, 26 I purchased 500g of Kaju Katli from Tewaris, Charni Road. I noticed a corroded metal pin embedded inside the sweet. This raises serious concerns about hygiene, food safety, and quality control. (sic)"
He also uploaded photographs and a video that he claimed showed the corroded metal pin embedded inside the sweet. BMC Headquarters Canteen Sealed by Maharashtra FDA After Fly Found in Buttermilk, Operator’s Licence Suspended (See Pics).
Palav said he noticed the metal object moments before feeding the sweet to his three-year-old daughter, prompting him to raise the issue publicly. The incident has sparked discussion on social media about hygiene practices and quality checks in food preparation.
As of now, there has been no official statement from Tewaris regarding the customer's allegation. It is also not immediately known whether a formal complaint has been lodged with the food safety authorities. The authenticity of the social media claim has not been independently verified, and any investigation by the relevant authorities, if initiated, remains awaited.
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