10 petrol pumps fined Rs 0.65 mln over less measurement.

ISLAMABAD -- The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration Monday imposed

Rs 650,000 fine on 10 petrol pumps for violating fuel measuring standards and equipment quality.

A campaign has been launched and random checks are being made to detect the short-selling of petrol and diesel following the directions of Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Director Industries and Labour (ICT) Waqar Anwar told reporter.

He said inspection of the petrol pumps to check tampering in dispensing units and in terms of measurements would continue till next week.

In response to a question, he said, actions over non-compliance of mandatory safety, security measures and provision of basic facilities to the consumers at fuel stations are also being ensured.

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