Income Tax Raids in Hyderabad.

Inputs by : Guru

As of November 19, 2025, the most recent major development involving Pista House—a renowned Hyderabad-based restaurant chain famous for its Haleem, biryani, sweets, underwent an Income Tax (IT) department raid on November 18, 2025. The raids targeted suspected tax evasion across multiple prominent Hyderabad biryani chains, with Pista House prominently featured alongside Shah Ghouse and the Mehfil Group.

Key Details from the Raids:

Scope of Operation: Over 30 locations were searched simultaneously, including corporate offices, kitchens, residences of owners and key personnel, and even workers' apartment blocks in areas like Rajendranagar. Officials seized documents, hard disks, accounting books, vendor payment records, sales figures, and investment details.

Allegations: The investigation focuses on unaccounted cash flows, suppressed sales reporting, and discrepancies in the chains' rapid business expansions. Sources indicate potential tax evasion amounting to several crores of rupees. For Pista House specifically, probes extended to its owner's residence and commercial premises in Rangareddy district.

Context: Pista House has grown into a global brand with outlets in India and plans for international expansion, but this scrutiny highlights challenges in the hospitality sector's financial practices.

The operation began early on November 18 and continued through the day, with teams questioning employees and scrutinizing records for hours. No official statements have been released by Pista House or the IT department yet, but local business circles are buzzing with concern over potential revelations.