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Bengaluru Sweet Shop Faces Backlash After Woman Secretly Filmed in Washroom

Anand Sweets & Savouries pledges safety reforms as police investigate voyeurism case; accused in custody while victim pursues legal action.

Overview

  • A 25-year-old Bengaluru woman discovered a hidden phone recording her in the first-floor washroom of Anand Sweets & Savouries on April 25, 2025.
  • The accused, a housekeeping worker, was arrested by Koramangala police under IPC Section 77 (voyeurism) after confessing to the crime during questioning.
  • The victim alleged that Anand Sweets management tried to dissuade her from filing a complaint, downplayed her trauma, and obstructed her departure during a meeting.
  • Anand Sweets issued a statement condemning the incident, pledging cooperation with authorities, and announcing measures such as appointing female washroom attendants and conducting daily inspections.
  • The victim, citing emotional distress and panic attacks, has declined further internal meetings and is pursuing legal action to seek justice.