Ahead of Eid, Admin in Bandipora intensify market checking

Suhail Rather

Bandipora, 23 May(PTK): Special market checking squads of Bandipora admin and Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) today conducted inspection of various markets in Bandipora and adjacent Areas ahead of Eid festival to keep a check on hoarding, profiteering and black marketing.

A joint enforcement team headed by Assistant Director Shariq Iqbal along with President Traders Federation Shamshaad Ahmad conducted extensive drive of market checking across Bandipora in wee hours of the morning and throught out the day keeping in view the upcoming holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr.
The team visited various areas which include Bandipora main, Nowpora, Kaloosa, Nebirpora and various markets and poultry farms to curb the unwarranted practice of hoarding and profiteering especially in respect of mutton and poultry items.

During the checking it was found that various butchers were selling mutton on exorbitant rates.

Acting tough on such defaulters the squad destroyed rotten vegetables and fruits.

Besides, a fine of Rs 1300 was also recovered from the defaulters who were found guilty of violating the government notified rates.

Meanwhile, Assistant Director FCS&CA appealed people to purchase Eid essentials on government approved rates and if they find anyone indulging in overcharging may be reported to this office for immediate necessary action.(PTK)