The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has fixed the maximum retail price (MRP) for processed water sold in bottles and jars. According to a notice issued on Tuesday, the price of a 1-litre bottled water cannot exceed Rs. 16 within the Kathmandu Valley and Rs. 20 outside the valley.
Similarly, the price of 20-litre jar water is capped at Rs. 47 within the valley and Rs. 60 outside. Previously, traders were selling bottled and jar water at arbitrary prices. The department stated that the price limits have been set to protect consumer interests and prevent market irregularities.
The notice also warns that any sale or distribution of water above the prescribed price will be subject to strict action under the Consumer Protection Act, 2075, and its regulations, 2076. Consumers are encouraged to report any trader charging higher prices or engaging in coercive practices to the department, its subordinate offices, the district administration office, or local government authorities.
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