Vikram Bakshi's CPRL outlets need to be closed immediately: McDonald's

MIPL had terminated the franchise licensing agreement in September that disallowed CPRL to use the McDonald's brand name, logo and trademarks

The long-drawn battle between burger major McDonald’s and its partner for North and East India – Vikram Bakshi led Connaught Plaza Restaurants (CPRL) seems to be taking a new turn. 

After being served with a termination notice earlier this year,  Bakshi continued to operate outlets under CPRL’s fold. McDonald’s, on Thursday, alleged that quality of food served in these restaurants could not be guaranteed anymore, raising alarm over the safety of consumers.

On Thursday, in an emailed statement, McDonald’s India Private Limited (MIPL) said that since the termination of the franchise agreements, MIPL has not been able to verify if