Assistant Commissioner Taxila, Maria Javed, on Friday sealed a liquefied natural gas (LNG) outlet in Wah Cantonment after it was found overcharging customers during a market inspection. The crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to enforce government price controls on essential commodities.
Market Inspections Intensified
The AC carried out inspections of markets and commercial areas in Wah Cantonment to ensure traders were selling essential goods at officially notified prices, according to official sources. During the inspection, an LNG shop was found charging above the government-approved rate. The outlet was immediately sealed for violating official pricing regulations.
Strict Warning to Traders
Maria Javed instructed traders and shopkeepers to strictly comply with the notified price list, warning that authorities would take legal action against anyone involved in profiteering or overcharging. She stated that the Punjab government would continue its crackdown on price violations without discrimination to protect consumers and ensure essential commodities remain available at officially approved rates.
Public Appeal for Reporting Violations
The district administration also appealed to the public to report cases of overcharging and profiteering as part of efforts to strengthen consumer protection. Citizens are encouraged to inform authorities about any instances of price violations to help maintain fair market practices.
