Fine of Rs 225,000 collected for overpricing, hoarding in 3 days.

BAHAWALPUR -- On the direction of Deputy Commissioner Zaheer Anwar Jappa, solid steps are being taken to remove hoarding and overpricing from the district.

Price control magistrates are active in the field. From March 1 to March 3, Price Control Magistrates visited 2,141 shops to inspect the price and quality of food items.

A fine of Rs 225,500 was imposed on the spot for overpricing and hoarding, FIRs were registered against 02 persons, 09 shops were sealed and 14 persons were arrested.

Price control magistrates are directed to ensure that the food items are sold...