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(By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan)

Price Control Magistrate leads daily inspections of 50 shops in Toba Tek Singh, imposing fines to curb profiteering and ensure essential items are sold at official prices.

Toba Tek Singh:In line with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, a crackdown against profiteering and other violations is underway in Toba Tek Singh to ensure price control across the district. District Health and Population Welfare Officer and Price Control Magistrate Toba Tek Singh Chaudhry Muhammad Naeem stated that on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Umar Abbas Mela, around 50 shops are being inspected daily to ensure the availability of essential commodities at officially notified prices.He further said that during inspections, strict action is being taken against shopkeepers involved in overcharging, failing to display price lists and selling expired items. On-the-spot fines are being imposed on violators, while some have also been issued stern warnings.Chaudhry Muhammad Naeem emphasized that providing relief to the public is the top priority of the district administration. He appealed to citizens to check price lists while shopping and report any cases of overcharging or irregularities to the relevant authorities. The district administration has made it clear that these operations will continue without discrimination and no leniency will be shown to those violating the law.

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