PAKISTAN | Effective actions by Punjab Ombudsman’s Office across the province over Rs.8650000 in fines for overpricing, violation of official rates and sale of substandard goods

The Office of the Ombudsman Punjab launched a comprehensive crackdown against overpricing, adulteration, and the sale of substandard or unsafe food items. A series of public complaints to the Ombudsman Office resulted in the immediate inspection across Punjab.

On the directives of the Ombudsman Office, Punjab Food Authority (PFA) conducted a detailed inspection on the quality and pricing of essential daily-use commodities, which revealed widespread violations, including inflated prices, compromised quality, and the sale of unhygienic products. The crackdown extended to hotels and restaurants operating under poor hygiene conditions. Rs. 8,650,000 fines were imposed, marking a significant action to promote consumer rights and public health.

These actions from the Ombudsman Punjab aim to ensure the availability of safe, hygienic, and fairly priced food items throughout Punjab.

Source: The Office of the Provincial Ombudsman Punjab, Pakistan