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PM Modi-Meloni Moment Brings Parle Melody Into Global Spotlight; Know More About The Iconic Toffee's Origin & History
24htopnews | May 21, 2026 12:08 AM CST

Melody Toffee is an iconic caramel candy which is produced by Parle Products. Parle, known for its iconic sweet biscuit of the same name, is the second oldest biscuits brand in India. The iconic company, which was established in Mumbai, Maharashtra, not only produces biscuits, but also wafers, snacks, chocolates, toffees and much more.

Indian origin Melody toffee goes global after Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a packet of Melody toffees to the Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday during his visit to Italy's capital, Rome. PM Modi landed in Rome early on Wednesday for the last leg of a five-nation tour. Upon PM Modi's arrival, PM Meloni warmly welcomed him and hosted PM Modi for dinner.

She also accompanied PM Modi on a visit to the iconic Colosseum ahead of their formal talks aimed at further boosting India-Italy ties. However, in all these significant moments, one moment stands out, and that was PM Modi's gift to PM Meloni. He gifted his Italian counterpart Parle's Melody toffees. Let's deep dive into Parle's this toffee product, its origin and history.

About Melody toffees

Melody Toffee is an iconic caramel candy which is produced by Parle Products. Parle, known for its iconic sweet biscuit of the same name, is the second oldest biscuits brand in India. The iconic company, which was established in Mumbai, Maharashtra, not only produces biscuits, but also wafers, snacks, chocolates, toffees and much more. One of which is Melody toffees which was first launched in 1983.


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