Hyderabad: Panadu H5N1’s toddler death reportedly put Hyderabad on the brink. Chicken sales are declining as customers demand hygiene details. Some people like gym regulars are eating chicken, despite additional precautions. At least for now, many people have items to quit smoking.
“We have to be careful for two months. We follow all standard safety protocols. Sales have dropped because many customers are affected by fake news about chicken and eggs,” said Anjali, owner of Peri’s poultry farm.
“Food is not only a meal for me. It’s related to my daily activities. Bird flu news, especially after death, makes me cautious. I make sure the chicken is cooked well,” said gym photographer Mohammed Basha.
“The chicken must be cleaned correctly, ideally with salt and turmeric, and thoroughly cooked. We can’t always determine the source or the health of the birds. We have stopped not eating,” said content strategist Sneha Trivedi.
“Sales up and down. Summer slows down everything anyway. Lamb is 851 rupees per kilogram and chicken is 281 rupees. Regular customers are still coming, but the story of bird flu keeps others away.” Krishna runs a store near Secunderabad train station.
“People think online meat is cleaner, but they don’t see the actual freshness. We provide customers with fresh chicken in front of them,” he said.
