ISLAMABAD (TNS) Surprise Inspections Target Profiteering in Fateh Jang; Price Magistrate Issues Stern Warnings, Public Welcomes Action
Subheadings:
. Special Price Control Magistrate Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood Leads Surprise Inspection Drive in Fateh Jang.
Vegetable Prices and Official Rate Lists Checked at Fateh Jang Sabzi Mandi on Khor Road.
. CPEC Dastagir Hotel and Hotel Mayar Among Establishments Inspected.
. Traders Warned Against Overcharging and Violating Government-Approved Prices.
. Food Quality, Kitchen Hygiene and Cleanliness Come Under Official Scrutiny.
. Hotel Managements Directed to Maintain Food Safety and Hygiene Standards.
. Stern Warning Issued Over Price Violations; Legal Action Threatened.
. No Fines Imposed; Businesses Given an Opportunity to Improve Compliance.
Local Residents Appreciate Surprise Inspections and Direct Market Monitoring.
. Public Calls for Regular Inspections to Curb Profiteering and Protect Consumers.
FATEH JANG: In a move aimed at protecting consumers from overpricing and poor food hygiene, Special Price Control Magistrate Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood conducted surprise inspections of markets and restaurants in Fateh Jang, issuing stern warnings to traders and food business operators over compliance with official standards.
The inspection drive covered Fateh Jang Sabzi Mandi on Khor Road, CPEC Dastagir Hotel, Hotel Mayar and several other commercial establishments.
At the vegetable market, the magistrate examined prevailing prices and checked whether vendors were following government-issued rate lists. Traders were directed to sell vegetables and other essential commodities strictly at officially notified prices. They were also instructed to display price lists prominently to ensure transparency for customers.
The inspection subsequently extended to food businesses, where particular attention was given to the quality of meals, kitchen hygiene and general cleanliness. At CPEC Dastagir Hotel and Hotel Mayar, the magistrate assessed the conditions under which food was being prepared and served, while reviewing the overall hygiene arrangements.
Hotel managements were instructed to maintain proper food standards and ensure clean and hygienic conditions for customers. The magistrate emphasised that food quality and cleanliness were essential responsibilities of every food business.
Issuing a stern warning, Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood cautioned traders and hotel operators against overcharging, disregarding official price lists and neglecting basic hygiene requirements. He made it clear that violations could result in legal proceedings under the relevant laws.
No financial penalties were imposed during the inspections. The establishments concerned were instead cautioned and given an opportunity to address shortcomings and improve compliance with official pricing and hygiene requirements.
The surprise inspections received a positive response from local residents, who appreciated the magistrate’s direct involvement in monitoring markets and food outlets. They described regular field inspections as an important measure to discourage profiteering and safeguard consumer interests.
Residents said effective price control required consistent monitoring rather than remaining confined to administrative instructions. They also called for similar inspections to continue across vegetable markets, hotels and other commercial establishments.
They expressed hope that sustained oversight would discourage overcharging, improve food hygiene and help protect ordinary consumers from unfair business practices.
