Quetta cracks down on price violations

In line with the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Quetta, Lt (retd) Saad Bin Asad, the district administration has intensified price control operations in various areas of the city.

The team visited 114 shops as part of the crackdown. The operation resulted in the sealing of 32 shops, the arrest of 27 shopkeepers, the imprisonment of nine individuals, fines on 17 traders, and warnings issued to 40 others.

Various district teams conducted operations across Quetta city, including Daiba, Brewery Road, Nawan Killi, Akhri Stop, Balili, Liaquat Bazaar, Airport Road, and other areas.

These actions targeted meat shops, dairy vendors, and general stores. During the raids, 114 shops were inspected, and as a result, 32 shops were sealed for violating government price lists.

Furthermore, 27 shopkeepers were arrested, with nine of them sent to jail.

In addition, fines were imposed on 40 vendors, while 40 others were issued warnings.

The district administration emphasized that hoarding and profiteering will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

The authorities are conducting daily operations against these practices, with an increased focus during the ongoing holy month of Ramazan.