Pune Woman Alleges Harassment by Restaurant Staff After QR Code Interaction
Pune woman claims restaurant staff got her number through QR menu, sent late-night texts: 'Serious harassment'
Hindustan Times
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A woman in Pune has accused a restaurant employee of harassment after receiving late-night messages following her visit. The incident raises concerns about data privacy related to QR code menus. The restaurant has since terminated the employee and promised to enhance customer privacy measures.
- 01A Pune woman reported receiving late-night texts from a restaurant employee after using a QR code menu.
- 02The employee allegedly accessed her contact information through the QR code.
- 03The restaurant terminated the employee the day after the incident and apologized.
- 04The incident has sparked widespread concern about digital privacy and data misuse.
- 05Social media reactions highlight the need for better customer protection in digital interactions.
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Rishika Dutta, a woman from Pune, Maharashtra, has alleged harassment after receiving late-night messages from a restaurant employee following her visit to FC Road SOCIAL on April 28. Dutta claimed the staff member accessed her phone number via the restaurant's QR code menu. She shared screenshots of the messages, which included requests to be friends and inquiries about her age. Disturbed, she contacted the restaurant, which informed her that the employee was terminated on April 29, the day after the incident. However, Dutta expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of a formal apology or termination letter. The restaurant acknowledged the incident and stated that guest safety and privacy are paramount, committing to strengthen internal processes to prevent future occurrences. The incident has sparked significant discussion on social media, with many users expressing concern about digital privacy and the potential for misuse of personal information collected through QR codes. Some praised Dutta for speaking out, while others shared similar experiences of harassment and urged for better protection for customers.
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This incident highlights the risks associated with digital privacy, especially concerning customer data collected through QR codes. It raises awareness about the need for better safeguards in restaurants and similar establishments.
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