Khulna:The Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection (DNCRP) has imposed fines totaling Tk 1.44 lakh on 16 establishments across Khulna division. These fines were levied for various violations, including the storage and use of expired reagents and medicines, packaging infractions, and the failure to display price lists.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the penalties were the result of coordinated efforts by seven separate DNCRP teams who carried out day-long inspections across different districts and metropolitan areas on Tuesday.
In the Khulna metropolis, Khulna Royal Hospital faced a fine of Tk 30,000 for storing and using expired reagents. Haque Pharmacy and Haque Nursing Home were fined Tk 2,000 and Tk 20,000 respectively for packaging violations and the use of expired reagents.
In Dumuria and Paikgachha upazilas, seven establishments were collectively fined Tk 25,000 for selling expired medicines and products and breaching packaging regulations. Meanwhile, in Magura, Ma Pharmacy and Haider Medical Hall incurred fines of Tk 20,000 and Tk 7,000, respectively, for selling expired medicines and improper product supply.
In Satkhira, Badsha Store was fined Tk 15,000 for selling expired products and failing to display a price list. In Jhenaidah, Krishi Biponi and Biswas Pharmacy received fines of Tk 5,000 and Tk 10,000, respectively. Additionally, in Jashore, Nichhar Uddin was fined Tk 10,000 for packaging violations.
During the enforcement actions, DNCRP officials conducted inspections on the pricing and purchasing receipts of essential commodities, medicines, and diagnostic services. Traders were instructed to display price lists, maintain transaction receipts, and adhere to government-fixed pricing. The DNCRP indicated that such inspections will continue regularly in the public interest.