Quick commerce companies' foray into food biz rustles up restaurants

Restaurants body NRAI is also exploring legal routes and is likely to knock on the doors of the Competition Commission of India to address issues related to private labelling

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) on Friday said it will approach the commerce ministry to discuss private labelling of food items by Zomato and Swiggy through their recently-launched quick-food delivery platforms, Bistro and Snacc, respectively. 

“We are in the process of setting up an appointment with the commerce ministry. We will visit the ministry on Monday or Tuesday. We are also trying to reach the commerce minister and the secretary to issue a statement on the matter,” said Pradeep Shetty, vice president, FHRAI.  

Not just FHRAI, the National Restaurants Association of India (NRAI) is also