Major crackdown on LPG plants, dealers, retail shops launched

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Jul 14 (APP): The district administration has launched a large-scale crackdown against LPG plants, dealers and retail outlets to ensure compliance with government regulations.

According to the administration, the action was taken on public complaints and the directives of the Deputy Commissioner.

As part of the drive, Assistant Commissioner  Dr. Muhammad Hamid Siddique inspected checked LPG plants, dealerships and retail shops to verify adherence to government-fixed prices, examine business records and ensure compliance with mandatory safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

According to the district administration, two LPG plants were found charging prices above the officially notified rates, failing to maintain the required records and violating safety regulations.

Both plants were sealed on the spot, while legal proceedings were initiated against those responsible under the relevant laws.

He also inspected several LPG retail outlets, where a number of shops were found operating without displaying the official price list and selling LPG at inflated rates.

Several shops were sealed, and legal action was taken against the violators.

The operation also targeted illegal LPG refilling into vehicles.

Authorities sealed the illegal refilling points and forwarded recommendations for the registration of FIRs against the individuals involved.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Muhammad Hamid Siddique said the district administration would not tolerate overcharging, illegal LPG refilling, failure to maintain mandatory records or violations of safety SOPs.

He reiterated that a zero-tolerance policy would continue to be enforced to protect the lives and property of citizens and ensure the availability of LPG at government-approved prices.

He also urged the public to report incidents of overcharging, illegal refilling or any other violations to the district administration so that prompt legal action could be taken.