27 Restaurants Face Action for Illegal Service Charges
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs states mandatory service charges violate consumer rights. Patrons can refuse to pay, and entry cannot be denied. Learn your rights now.
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
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