Rs5,000 fine imposed, six cases registered for overcharging

LAHORE:As part of the district administration’s ongoing crackdown on profiteering, a fine of Rs5,000 was imposed, six FIRs were registered, and 15 warnings were issued against shopkeepers and vendors found guilty of overcharging.

These actions were taken during market inspections carried out by Assistant Commissioners and Price Control Magistrates, under the direct supervision of Deputy Commissioner Lahore, Syed Musa Raza.

The DC emphasised that no one will be allowed to exploit consumers by charging excessive prices, and violators will face legal consequences.‘Protecting the rights of citizens is our top priority,’ he stated, reiterating the administration’s zero-tolerance policy towards price manipulation. He urged citizens to play an active role in reporting violations. Consumers can register complaints by contacting the Deputy Commissioner’s Control Room at 0307-0002345, or by reaching out through the official social media platforms of the DC Office. Due to persistent oversight by the district administration, stable prices have been maintained for key vegetables, including potatoes, tomatoes, bitter gourd, cucumber, and cabbage, as well as for other essential items such as arvi, okra, carrots, spinach, bottle gourd, capsicum, and garlic.