Price control magistrates conducted inspections at 2,472 locations, leading to the arrest of eight individuals for overpricing fruits, vegetables and other essential items.
Lahore Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rafia Haider told the media on Monday that nine cases have been registered for violations of government-set prices.
Fines totaling Rs300,000 have been imposed for 77 instances of non-compliance.
The DC emphasised that price control magistrates are actively ensuring adherence to official rates.
Supervision of the auction process in fruit and vegetable markets is also underway to prevent any malpractices. Administrative officers are ensuring the sale of fruits, vegetables and bread at government-approved prices. All stalls and shops are being instructed to prominently display the rate lists.
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