Khaltse, Jul 31: A surprise two-day market inspection led by the local administration in Khaltse resulted in the imposition of fines totaling Rs 22,300 on traders found violating various norms. The drive, conducted on July 30 and 31, followed instructions from Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Khaltse, Mohd Sharif.
The inspection team, headed by Naib Tehsildar Asgar Ali, included officials from the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Department, police personnel, and health officers. Their visit to general stores, eateries, vegetable vendors, and poultry sellers revealed irregularities such as the sale of expired goods and use of domestic LPG cylinders in commercial kitchens.
Expired food items were seized and destroyed on site, while vendors were also checked for proper rate displays, hygiene, and adherence to food safety guidelines. Several establishments were found lacking the required documentation and cleanliness standards.
The enforcement team included Tehsil Supply Officer Afzal Khan, SHO Khaltse Jamyang Namgail, Assistant Sub Inspectors Mohd Hussain and Phuntsog Rigzin, health worker Tsewang Namgial, and storekeepers from the FCS&CA Department. Additional support was provided by Head Constables Mohd Abdullah and Tahir Ali.
The initiative aimed to ensure compliance with market regulations and protect consumer rights. Officials stated that such inspections would continue to maintain order and transparency in the region’s trade practices.
