A major trademark dispute involving Parle’s iconic“Melody” candyhas reached the courts after a Delhi court took strict action against anAhmedabad-based companyaccused of selling lookalike toffees under the name “MYDADY”. The Patiala House Court has issued an interim injunction against Ahmedabad-based Bapuji Food Products and associated parties, restraining them from manufacturing, selling, advertising or distributing products using the allegedly deceptive branding.
The dispute emerged after “MYDADY” toffees were found to have packaging, colour combinations, font styles, musical symbols, and overall trade dress closely resembling Parle’s famous “MELODY” candy. According to court observations, an ordinary customer could easily mistake the product for the original “Melody” brand at first glance.
In its plea before the court, Parle stated that it has been using the trademark “MELODI” since 1973 and “MELODY” since 1983.
In its plea before the court, Parle stated that it has been using the trademark “MELODI” since 1973 and “MELODY” since 1983. The company argued that the brand has gained nationwide recognition through its distinctive packaging, flowing musical symbols, and the popular slogan “Melody Itni Chocolaty Kyun Hai?”
Parle alleged that the accused parties deliberately adopted a confusingly similar trade dress and packaging to mislead consumers and benefit from the goodwill associated with the “Melody” brand.
The court also directed the removal of all disputed listings from e-commerce platforms, websites and social media channels, including Amazon and Flipkart.
The court also directed the removal of all disputed listings from e-commerce platforms, websites and social media channels, including Amazon and Flipkart.
Following the order, a raid was conducted on May 26, 2026, at the Ahmedabad premises of the accused company in the presence of a local commissioner and police officials. Authorities reportedly seized a large quantity of “MYDADY” candies and packaging materials suspected to be copies of the “Melody” brand.
The court appointed advocate Megha Parashar as Local Commissioner with powers to seize disputed products, account books, invoices and related documents. She was also authorised to seek police assistance and, if required, break open locks at the premises during the operation.
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