Department Fines Two Firms During Market Inspection in Kathmandu Valley

Summary

The Department of Commerce, Supply and Consumer Protection fined two firms in Kathmandu Valley for market irregularities and issued directives to others during a routine inspection.

Key Points
  • Two firms, Ghimire Store and New Max Store, were fined NPR 11,000 and NPR 5,000 respectively after market inspections.
  • The fines were imposed under Section 38 of the Consumer Protection Act-2075 for irregularities found.
  • Himalayan Dairy Production and Yusa Dairy were summoned to present business-related documents.
  • Corrective directives were issued to nine other firms during the inspection involving local administration and consumer rights activists.
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