The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has fined two business firms after finding irregularities during its market inspection.
During a field inspection, the Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection found some problems and fined two business firms. The department have taken action to ensure fair trade in the market.
Fines Charged on Two Firms
The department has fined Kisu Chamena Griha Rs 20,000. According to the department, this eatery did not keep purchase bills as required by Section 15 of Consumer Protection Act, 2075. So, they were fined under Section 38 (d) of the same Act.
Similarly, another firm named Calmera Attire Pvt Ltd, which is located in Jadibuti, Kathmandu, was fined Rs 5,000. In total, the department inspected 12 firms during the drive. Out of those, 10 firms received corrective instructions to improving their business practices.
Regular Inspections for Fair Market
The department clarified that these actions and instructions were given according to the Consumer Protection Act, 2075 and Consumer Protection Rules, 2076 during their inspections of various industries and firms. The department conducts regular inspections to keep the market clean and fair, stop the sale of bad food items, and make sure businesses issue bills properly.
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