Hyderabad: In a shocking incident, a police constable was seen assaulting a restaurant staff member in Hyderabad’s Tolichowki for allegedly operating beyond the stipulated time.

The incident, which occurred at Al Rikaab Mandi restaurant on April 21, was caught on a closed circuit television (CCTV) camera. A video shared on social media showed the constable chasing and hitting the staff member. The constable, identified as Gyaneshwar, hit the employee several times using his baton.

In a shocking incident, a police constable was seen assaulting a restaurant staff member in Hyderabad’s Tolichowki for allegedly operating beyond stipulated time on April 21.

The incident which occurred at Al Rikaab Mandi was caught on a CCTV camera. A video shared on social media…

Before the altercation, Gyaneshwar asked the employee why the restaurant was open beyond the stipulated time and asked him to call the manager.

Tolichowki Police said, “The incident occurred on April 21. When the constable questioned the employee, the latter abused him, which led to the situation.”

The constable has been attached to the detention centre, officials said.

Tolichowki

Tolichowki is a prominent suburb in Hyderabad, India, known for its diverse cultural blend and rapid urban development. Historically, it was a small village named after the local “Toli” (weighing) and “Chowki” (checkpost) used during the Nizam era for toll collection on trade routes. Today, it is a bustling residential and commercial area, famous for its food culture, particularly Hyderabadi biryani, and landmarks like the Dargah of Hazrat Syed Shah Mohammed Hussaini.

Al Rikaab Mandi

Al Rikaab Mandi is a well-known restaurant in the Al Mallah area of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, famous for serving traditional Yemeni mandi—a slow-cooked dish of rice and meat. It has become a popular cultural landmark for its authentic flavors and communal dining experience, drawing both locals and tourists. While its specific founding history is not widely documented, it has built a strong reputation over the years as a go-to spot for traditional Arabian cuisine.