Recovers fine from 18 erring shopkeepers

SRINAGAR: The Enforcement squad of Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Department under the leadership of Assistant Director (Enforcement) today sealed one vegetable shop and two mutton shops for overcharging during besides recovered a penal sum of rupees12700.00 from 18 erring shopkeepers for violation of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955.
The Enforcement squad took action against the erring during a market checking drive conducted in various areas of Srinagar city like Kailashpora, Telbal ,Shaheedgunj ,Bemina Hamdaniya Colony Bemina SMHS Hospital Road Iqbal colony Sonawar etc.
During market checking 64 business establishments were inspected and the erring were fined on the spot.
Moreover, the erring lot has been reprimanded to remain careful in future. The drive will continue in the same passion in future as well and whosoever found violating the norms will be brought to justice. In case of any complaint ,people may contact on toll free number 18001807011.

KR Desk