Three firms fined during market monitoring

Kathmandu, March 18: The Department of Commerce, Supply and Consumer Protection has fined three firms in the Kathmandu Valley for violating consumers' rights and trade ethics.

Ekatagram Store at Changathali of Mahalaxmi municipality-7, Lalitpur was fined Rs 20,000,  while Kirana Ghar Trade and Suppliers, and Ganapati Trade Suppliers of Babarmahal, Kathmandu were fined Rs 5,000 each. They were taken action during the market monitoring the Department conducted recently. 

The authority made it clear that it took action as per Consumers' Protection Act, 2075. Nineteen other firms were directed for correction in their business practice.

The Department has intensified market monitoring in a bid to curb illegal trade and promote fair business.(RSS)