DODA: In view of the ongoing holy month of Ramzan, a joint enforcement team conducted an intensive market inspection drive in Doda town and adjoining areas. The joint team comprised officials from Revenue, Legal Metrology, FCS&CA, Food Safety, Veterinary and Police department. The drive was conducted under the supervision of Legal Metrology Officer, Ajay Verma to ensure strict compliance with the statutory provisions and to safeguard consumer interests.
During the inspection, more than 25 shops dealing in various commodities were checked for compliance. As many as 13 challans were booked for violations of different provisions and a penalty of Rs 17,400 was imposed on the erring traders.
To protect the rights of consumers, especially during the holy month of Ramzan, shopkeepers dealing in eatable items were strictly directed to desist from unfair trade practices and ensure the sale of quality products at genuine rates.


