Consumer Awareness Program Held in Pokhara
Summary
A consumer awareness program in Pokhara called for stronger market monitoring, tighter control of adulteration and price hikes, and better coordination among the government, businesses and consumers during the festival season. Speakers said regular inspections and strict adherence to food and trade rules are needed to protect consumer rights and business reputation.
Key Points
- The National Consumer Forum Gandaki Province, with the Gandaki Provincial Government, held a consumer awareness program in Pokhara focused on supply management, adulteration control and price hikes ahead of the festival season.
- Officials and business leaders said market monitoring under existing consumer and food laws is necessary to protect consumers and maintain business credibility.
- Speakers urged traders not to overcharge, issue mandatory bills and avoid low-quality goods, while also calling for stronger consumer rights protections.
- The National Consumer Forum said similar interactions will be held in all 11 districts of Gandaki Province and the suggestions will be submitted to provincial and district authorities.
