The fines were imposed/ realized during a market checking drive conducted in various areas of Srinagar City including Safa Kadal, Hawal, Lalbazar, Hazratbal, Sadrabal, Saida Kadal, Sanat Nagar, Rawalpora, Parraypora and other surrounding areas.
During the market checking, 81 business establishments were inspected.
It is worth mentioning here that during the month of July-2022 in the entire valley, an amount of Rs. 800550 has been collected as fine from 1892 erring traders for violating E.C.Act. Besides, 9 establishments also stand sealed.
Moreover, the erring lot has been reprimanded to remain careful in future. The drive will continue in the same passion in future as well and whosoever found violating the norms will be brought to justice. (KF)