- Advertisement -
LAHORE, Jul 10 (APP):In a significant move to enforce official prices, the price control magistrates conducted inspections at 3,005 locations, leading to the arrest of seven individuals for overpricing fruits, vegetables, and other essential items.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rafia Haider told media on Wednesday that 10 cases had been registered for violations of government-set prices. A fine of Rs 600,000 had been imposed
on 100 people over non-compliance.
The DC emphasized that price control magistrates were actively ensuring adherence to official rates.
Supervision of the auction process in fruit and vegetable markets was also underway to prevent any malpractices.
Administrative officers were ensuring the sale of fruits, vegetables, and bread at government-approved prices. All stalls and shops were being instructed to prominently display the rate list, and strict action was being taken against those failing to comply, the DC said.