Directives issued to control price hike of daily essentials
Summary
The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has directed producers, importers, and distributors to stop sudden and unjustified price hikes on daily consumer goods to protect consumers and ensure a fair market system.
Key Points
- The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has issued directives to control sudden and unjustified price hikes in daily consumer goods.
- Producers, importers, and distributors are instructed to provide goods without unfair profits and address unnatural price hikes.
- Complaints and media reports highlighted shortages and price hikes in essentials like edible oil, cooking gas, and staple rice.
- Joint market monitoring is being conducted to oversee compliance and protect consumers under the Consumer Protection Act and Regulations.
